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Toxoids are_________________?

Correct answer: B. antigenic and non-toxic

  • A. antigenic and toxic
  • B. antigenic and non-toxic
  • C. non-antigenic and toxic
  • D. non-antigenic and non-toxic

Explanation

A toxoid is a toxin chemically or physically inactivated so that it loses toxicity but retains antigenicity. This allows it to produce protective antibodies without causing toxin-mediated disease.

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