You have been doing some spring cleaning in your yard, and the next day you notice a red, itchy rash developing on your arms. Your doctor tells you that you have poison ivy. You recognize that this reaction occurs because:

a. poison from the plant entered your bloodstream.
b. venom from the plant reacted with your body.
c. a toxic substance came in contact with your skin.
d. your body was unable to create an antigen.

Answer: c

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