Describe two ways the body prevents the entry of microorganisms.

Acid in stomach kills pathogens in food.Skin creates a barrier that microorganisms cannot enter through.Hairs in nose and ears that trap microorganisms.Mucus and cilia in the trachea and bronchi that trap microorganisms and move them out through the throat.

MA
Answered by Minnie A. Biology tutor

13246 Views

See similar Biology GCSE tutors

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Describe the differences between DNA and RNA?


Pathogens are disease-causing organisms which can infect humans. Bacteria and viruses are two examples of pathogens. Explain the differences between bacteria and pathogens and give an example of each.


What are the main components of animal cells and plant cells?


Describe the difference between genotype and phenotype and give an example of where two different genetoypes may give rise to the same phenotype.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning