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Passive immunity was discovered by

1. Edward Jenner
2. Emil von Behring
3. Robert Koch
4. Louis Pasteur

Correct answer: Emil von Behring

Solution

Emil von Behring is credited with discovering passive immunity through serum therapy, showing that protection could be transferred by antibodies from an immune individual. This work led to antitoxins used against diseases like diphtheria.

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