Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

17. The Blood

Leukocytes

Anatomy & Physiology

17. The Blood

Leukocytes

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Multiple Choice

The process of actively metabolizing oxygen by neutrophils to produce bleach and hydrogen to kill bacteria is known as __________.

the respiratory burst

chemotaxis

diapedesis

amoeboid movement

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Begin by understanding the role of neutrophils in the immune system. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that play a crucial role in defending the body against infections.

Neutrophils use various mechanisms to kill bacteria, one of which involves the active metabolism of oxygen. This process is essential for producing reactive oxygen species.

The term 'respiratory burst' refers to the rapid release of reactive oxygen species, including bleach (hypochlorous acid) and hydrogen peroxide, by neutrophils. This burst is a key mechanism for destroying pathogens.

Differentiate between the terms provided: 'chemotaxis' is the movement of cells towards chemical stimuli, 'diapedesis' is the movement of cells through blood vessel walls, and 'amoeboid movement' refers to the crawling-like movement of cells. None of these terms describe the oxygen metabolism process.

Conclude that the correct term for the process of neutrophils metabolizing oxygen to produce bleach and hydrogen peroxide is 'respiratory burst'. This is a specific and critical function of neutrophils in the immune response.