Question

multiple choice question
which leukocytes are responsible for adaptive immunity?

basophils
lymphocytes
eosinophils
monocytes

Explanation:

Adaptive immunity is mediated by lymphocytes (B cells and T cells), which can recognize specific antigens and mount targeted immune responses. Basophils, eosinophils, and monocytes are involved in innate immunity or other immune functions but not adaptive immunity.

Answer:

B. Lymphocytes