[Campbell Biology P.170] Based on Figure 6.31 and its caption, which biological process is p... | Practice Question

Based on Figure 6.31 and its caption, which biological process is primarily illustrated by the macrophage's interaction with bacteria?

  • A: Cellular respiration.
  • B: Photosynthesis.
  • C: Phagocytosis.
  • D: Cell division.

Explanation

Figure 6.31 explicitly shows a macrophage engulfing bacteria, with the caption mentioning 'recognize, apprehend, and destroy bacteria', which are all characteristics of phagocytosis. The text also states that the macrophage defends by 'ingesting bacteria the smaller cells into phagocytic vesicles'.