Defense Mechanisms Crossword

This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Microbiology has 12 clues. Answers range from 4 to 14 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.

Physical barrier in animals. *Hint: largest organ
Immunity that occurs naturally because of genetic factors or physiology. Not induced by infection or vaccination.
Biological barrier of plants. Defends against fungal infection. *Hint: enzyme
What cells recognize antigens and store information? *Hint: Matures in the bone marrow
Biological defense mechanism of bacteria; mutation and modification of what enzyme?
enzyme to infect plants, made by fungi
example of a plant physical barrier *Hint: Cacti have this barrier
Plant chemical defense. *Hint: tobacco
Chemical barriers of innate immunity. *Hint: What is released during allergy season?
Biological innate immunity: Large phagocytic cell that engulfs foreign particles and pathogens.
Chemical produced by fungi that aid in fighting bacteria infections.
What recognizes viruses and bacteria to degrade them?