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Complement proteins sometimes employ another method. They sur-
round the foe with a fine membrane, thus marking it for carnivorous cells
(Figure 140). All this demonstrates that a single bacterium entering the
body, and the molecules that wage war on it inside the body, are all the
work of a single Creator, our Lord God. Bacteria are well aware of the kind
of dangers they will encounter. Body cells, on the other hand, take precau-
tionary measures before even recognizing a bacterium that may enter the
body. It is utterly irrational to claim that unconscious cells could take these
measures themselves. It is God, Lord and Ruler of the entire universe, Who
creates this system.
In verses, our Lord states:
Say: “I seek refuge with the Lord of humanity, the King of humanity,
the God of humanity.” (Surat an-Nas, 1-3)

Figures 139 and 140.
The complement protein pierces the cell membrane of the defenseless bac-
terium. Following the attack the bacterium absorbs water and explodes.
The enemy is then destroyed by carnivorous cells.

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