Question

lo 2.5. which type of white blood cell is the most abundant in the body?
basophils
neutrophils.
lymphocytes
monocytes
eosinophils

Explanation:

White blood cells (leukocytes) play a crucial role in the immune system. Among the types listed:

• Basophils are the least abundant, involved in allergic reactions.
• Neutrophils are the most abundant, phagocytosing pathogens.
• Lymphocytes (T and B cells) are important for adaptive immunity but are not the most numerous.
• Monocytes differentiate into macrophages and dendritic cells, but their count is lower than neutrophils.
• Eosinophils combat parasitic infections and are also less abundant than neutrophils.

Answer:

Neutrophils.