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Give applications of a vaccine.
Solution
A vaccine is an antigenic preparation used to stimulate the production of antibodies. Vaccines induce immunity against several diseases. Vaccines stimulate the immune system to act against genuine toxins. Vaccines or vaccination program is used to eradicate a particular disease. Ex. smallpox disease has been totally eradicated by vaccination programs .
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