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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