What type of immune response is developed after exposure to a specific pathogen?

The type of immune response that develops after exposure to a specific pathogen is known as Active Immunity. This response occurs when the immune system is stimulated by a pathogen, leading to the production of antibodies. These antibodies are specific to the pathogen that triggered the response, enabling the body to recognize and respond more effectively to a future infection by the same pathogen.

Active immunity can be acquired through natural exposure to pathogens, such as when an individual contracts an illness and subsequently recovers, or through vaccinations, which introduce a harmless component of the pathogen to stimulate an immune response without causing disease. This type of immunity is long-lasting, as memory cells are created in the immune system that can quickly respond to future exposures to the same pathogen.

Other types of immunity, such as Passive Immunity and Innate Immunity, do not involve the specific targeting of an individual pathogen and do not result in the long-term memory and protection that Active Immunity provides. Passive immunity typically involves the transfer of antibodies from one individual to another, which offers temporary protection but does not lead to the development of memory cells. Innate immunity refers to the general defense mechanisms that the body has from birth, which act against all pathogens but are not pathogen-specific. Adaptive Immunity is often used interchange