Antigen-antibody interaction is primarily based on:
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Correct answer: Ionic and non-covalent interactions
Antigen-antibody binding is mediated by non-covalent interactions including hydrogen bonds, ionic forces, van der Waals forces, and hydrophobic interactions. These interactions ensure specificity and reversibility of the complex.
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