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Differentiate between B-cells and T-cells.
Distinguish Between
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Solution
| Feature | B-cells | T-cells |
| Maturation | B-cells are produced and undergo maturation in the bone marrow. | T-cells are produced in the bone marrow but mature in the thymus gland. |
| Type of Immunity | They are responsible for Humoral Immunity (Antibody-mediated). | They are responsible for Cell-mediated Immunity. |
| Role/Function | B-cells produce specific antibodies to fight against pathogens. | T-cells directly attack infected cells or coordinate the immune response. |
| Antigen Recognition | They can recognize and bind to antigens directly on the surface of pathogens. | They only recognize antigens that are presented on the surface of other cells. |
| Types | They differentiate into Plasma cells and Memory B-cells. | They differentiate into Helper, Killer (Cytotoxic), and Suppressor T-cells. |
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