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प्रश्न
Differentiate the following and give examples of Active and passive immunity
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उत्तर
| Active immunity | Passive immunity |
| It is a type of acquired immunity in which the body produces its own antibodies against disease-causing antigens | It is a type of acquired immunity in which readymade antibodies are transferred from one individual to another. |
| It has a long lasting effect. | It does not have long lasting effect. |
| It is slow. It takes time in producing antibodies and giving responses | it is fast. It provides immediate relief. |
| Injecting microbes through vaccination inside the body is an example of active immunity. | Transfer of antibodies present in the mother’s milk to the infant is an example of passive immunity |
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