/*! This file is auto-generated */ .wp-block-button__link{color:#fff;background-color:#32373c;border-radius:9999px;box-shadow:none;text-decoration:none;padding:calc(.667em + 2px) calc(1.333em + 2px);font-size:1.125em}.wp-block-file__button{background:#32373c;color:#fff;text-decoration:none} Q.24 Explain the difference between a... [FREE SOLUTION] | 91影视

91影视

Log out

Learning Materials

Features

Discover

Chapter 1: Q.24 (page 7)

Explain the difference between an epitope and an antigen.

Short Answer

Expert verified

An epitope is the section of the antigen to which the antibodies bind.

Step by step solution

01

Introduction: 

The antigen provokes the antibody response in the host, the antibody does not combine with the entire protein, however, only with the segment known as the epitope.

02

Explanation: 

An epitope is the component of an antigen, which is determined by the immune system, mainly the antibodies, T cells, or B cells. An epitope is also called an antigenic determinant.

A structural molecule, which combines mainly with a lymphocyte or an antibody in the native form is known as an antigen.

Thus, an epitope is the part of an antigen while the antigen combines with the receptor of a lymphocyte or antibody.

Unlock Step-by-Step Solutions & Ace Your Exams!

  • Full Textbook Solutions

    Get detailed explanations and key concepts

  • Unlimited Al creation

    Al flashcards, explanations, exams and more...

  • Ads-free access

    To over 500 millions flashcards

  • Money-back guarantee

    We refund you if you fail your exam.

Over 30 million students worldwide already upgrade their learning with 91影视!

One App. One Place for Learning.

All the tools & learning materials you need for study success - in one app.

Get started for free

Most popular questions from this chapter

Compare and contrast the formation of urea and uric acid.

Name two topics that are likely to be studied by biologists, and two areas of scientific study that would fall outside the realm of biology.

Why is excretion important in order to achieve osmotic balance?

Which organelle do phagocytes use to digest engulfed particles?

a. lysosome

b. nucleus

c. endoplasmic reticulum

d. mitochondria

Why do many patients with neurodevelopmental disorders develop secondary disorders?

a. Their genes predispose them to schizophrenia.

b. Stimulant medications cause new behavioural disorders.

c. Behavioural therapies only improve neurodevelopmental disorders.

d. Dysfunction in the brain can affect many aspects of the body.
See all solutions

Recommended explanations on Biology Textbooks

Cell Cycle

Read Explanation

Communicable Diseases

Read Explanation

Biological Molecules

Read Explanation

Biological Organisms

Read Explanation

Heredity

Read Explanation

Genetic Information

Read Explanation
View all explanations

What do you think about this solution?

We value your feedback to improve our textbook solutions.

Study anywhere. Anytime. Across all devices.