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IB Biology HL C3.2.9 Clones of Plasma Cells Questions

In IB Biology HL C3.2.9, clonal selection multiplies activated B cells; their clones form plasma cells that secrete antigen-specific antibodies.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Biology HL
Level
HL

Exam points

  • Explain clonal selection as mitotic division of an antigen-selected B cell to produce clones.
  • Explain how B-cell clones form plasma cells that secrete the same specific antibody against the activating antigen.

IB Biology HL C3.2.9 Clones of Plasma Cells Questions question 1

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The figure shows a transmission electron micrograph of rotavirus particles. Each rotavirus is about 70 nanometres in diameter.

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State the role of plasma cells in the immune system.

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