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Effector

usgb/ɪˈfektər/Volume
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Biology Usage

In biology, 'effector' often refers to muscles or glands triggered by nerves.

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Certain glands act as effectors releasing hormones.
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Immune Response

'Effector' also relates to immune cells that respond to pathogens.

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Effector cells help the body defend against infections.
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Technical Term

'Effector' is technical and used mostly in scientific contexts.

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In a reflex action, the effector muscle contracts.
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