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Phagocytosis and Its Importance in Immunity
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What is the primary function of phagocytes in the immune system?
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Engulfing and destroying pathogens
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Phagocytes are specialized cells that engulf and destroy pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses, and cellular debris, as part of the body's immune response.