Exemplar Problems

Q5: Explain amoeboid movement and its relevance in the immune system. Provide an example of a cell type that exhibits amoeboid movement.

Answer: Amoeboid movement involves the extension of pseudopodia (temporary projections of the cell membrane) to move and change shape. In the immune system, white blood cells called leukocytes use amoeboid movement to migrate toward and engulf pathogens, such as bacteria and viruses. This process is crucial for the body’s defense against infections and foreign invaders.