Here's why:

* Immune System's Role: The immune system is a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to identify and eliminate harmful substances from the body, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, and even cancerous cells.

* Defense Mechanisms: It does this through various mechanisms:

* White Blood Cells: Specialized cells like macrophages, neutrophils, and lymphocytes attack and destroy invaders.

* Antibodies: Proteins produced by the immune system that bind to specific foreign substances and neutralize them.

* Inflammation: A localized response to infection or injury that helps to contain and eliminate the invaders.

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