Which of the following statements about phagocytosis is correct?

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Which of the following statements about phagocytosis is correct?

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Phagocytosis is the process of immune cells engulfing pathogens. Correct Only B-cells perform phagocytosis. Phagocytosis occurs exclusively in the liver. Phagocytosis is not involved in immune defense.

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Phagocytosis is the process by which immune cells, such as neutrophils and macrophages, engulf and destroy pathogens.

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