Phagocytosis Explained
Phagocytosis is the process by which certain white blood cells "eat" pathogens.
Which type of white blood cell performs phagocytosis?
What is Phagocytosis Explained?
"Phagocytosis is the process by which a cell uses its plasma membrane to engulf a large particle, giving rise to an internal compartment called the phagosome."
Which statement accurately describes phagocytosis mechanism at a GCSE level?
Which process involves a white blood cell surrounding and digesting a pathogen?
Choose the correct answer: which process involves a white blood cell surrounding and digesting a pathogen?
Select which process involves a white blood cell surrounding and digesting a pathogen?
Engulf and Digest
The white blood cell (phagocyte) detects the pathogen.
It surrounds and engulfs the pathogen into a vacuole.
Enzymes are released into the vacuole to digest and destroy it.
Phagocytosis is a non-specific response, meaning the cell will attack any foreign particle.
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