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A B-cell uses its surface antibodies as receptors to attach to specific antigens before they are taken in. By what mechanism does a B cell engulf an antigen

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Answer:


\huge\boxed{\sf Endocytosis}

Step-by-step explanation:

B-cells engulf an antigen by endocytosis.

Endocytosis:

The process by which cell takes up external materials by fusing them with plasma membrane is called endocytosis.

After engulfing the antigen, B-cells become sensitive to the pathogen.


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