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JAMB Biology 2025 Objective — Question 36

Question 36 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2025 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The process in which a cell engulfs and ingests particles such as bacteria is called

  • A. Diffusion
  • B. PhagocytosisCorrect
  • C. Osmosis
  • D. Facilitated diffusion

Explanation

The process by which a cell engulfs and ingests particles, such as bacteria or dead cells, is called phagocytosis. It is a key part of the immune response; white blood cells such as macrophages and neutrophils perform phagocytosis to defend the body against pathogens.

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