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Which type of white blood cell is responsible for producing antibodies as part of the adaptive immune response?

1. Monocyte
2. Lymphocyte
3. Thrombocyte
4. Eosinophil

Correct answer: Lymphocyte

Solution

Lymphocytes, especially B-lymphocytes, are responsible for antibody production in the adaptive immune response. They can differentiate into plasma cells, which secrete antibodies. Monocytes, thrombocytes, and eosinophils do not perform this primary function.

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