Biology HL
Biology HL
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Theme A - Unity & diversity
Theme A - Unity & diversity
Theme B - Form & Function
Theme B - Form & Function
Theme C - Interaction &  Interdependence
Theme C - Interaction & Interdependence
Theme D - Continuity & Change
Theme D - Continuity & Change
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Theme C - Interaction &  Interdependence
Biology HL
Biology HL

Theme C - Interaction & Interdependence

Unlock Infection Defense Power of Phagocytes!

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344 words
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2 mins read
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Last edited on 5th Nov 2024

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🌍 Real-world Setting: Ever wondered why we get that gooey white stuff (called pus) when we have a wound? Here's the scientific lowdown!

Defense System of the Body 🛡️

  • First Line: The physical barriers like our skin and mucous membranes.
  • Second Line: If invaders get past our front gate (skin), our trusty white blood cells are on standby!

Diversity in White Blood Cells 🔍

Not all white blood cells are the same. They come in various forms and have unique jobs!

The Hero - Phagocytes 🦸‍♂️

  • Special white blood cells that act like vacuum cleaners.
  • They can actually squeeze out of our tiny blood vessels (capillaries) and move right to where the action is, aka sites of infection.

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Theme C - Interaction &  Interdependence
Biology HL
Biology HL

Theme C - Interaction & Interdependence

Unlock Infection Defense Power of Phagocytes!

Word Count Emoji
344 words
Reading Time Emoji
2 mins read
Updated at Emoji
Last edited on 5th Nov 2024

Table of content

🌍 Real-world Setting: Ever wondered why we get that gooey white stuff (called pus) when we have a wound? Here's the scientific lowdown!

Defense System of the Body 🛡️

  • First Line: The physical barriers like our skin and mucous membranes.
  • Second Line: If invaders get past our front gate (skin), our trusty white blood cells are on standby!

Diversity in White Blood Cells 🔍

Not all white blood cells are the same. They come in various forms and have unique jobs!

The Hero - Phagocytes 🦸‍♂️

  • Special white blood cells that act like vacuum cleaners.
  • They can actually squeeze out of our tiny blood vessels (capillaries) and move right to where the action is, aka sites of infection.

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