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a nonspecific defense reaction to tissue damage caused by injury or infection is known as A. the inflammatory response B. active immunity C. cell-mediated immunity D. passive immunity

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A nonspecific defense reaction to tissue damage caused by injury or infection known as A) The inflammatory response. 
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(A). the inflammatory response

Step-by-step explanation:

Inflammation can be defined as a nonspecific immune response that occurs due to any injury or infection to tissues. It leads to mobilization of inflammatory substances, such as histamines and phagocytic cells to the affected area and

Inflammation triggers redness, swelling, and pain in affected area due to increased blood circulation and inflammatory substances.

Thus, the correct answer is option (A).

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