The Immune System
Explore the body’s natural defence systems and investigate how the immune system protects against disease through innate and adaptive responses.
Level
Senior Cycle
Subject
Biology
Specification
Senior Cycle Science
Practical Work
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Learning Outcomes
2.4.1 – 2.4.6 (Organismal Responses). These learning outcomes investigate the body’s defence mechanisms, innate and adaptive immunity, vaccination, antibodies and the immune response to disease.
- Describe the body’s first and second lines of defence.
- Explain the roles of white blood cells and antibodies.
- Compare innate and adaptive immunity.
- Explain how vaccination protects against infectious disease.
- Investigate the immune response to pathogens.
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Quizzes
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Exam Questions
Specific Irish Senior Cycle exam questions.
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