Phagocytosis
Pronunciation: /ˈpieɪtʃˈəɡoʊˈsaɪˈtuˈsɪs/
Phagocytosis (noun)
- A process where a cell takes in harmful particles, such as bacteria, and breaks them down inside.
Examples
- Phagocytosis helps immune cells eat germs.
- The body uses phagocytosis to remove germs from tissue.