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How do lymphatic vessels differ from blood vessels in terms of permeability?
How do lymphatic vessels differ from blood vessels in terms of permeability?
- Blood vessels are more permeable than lymphatic vessels
- Both blood vessels and lymphatic vessels have similar permeability
- Lymphatic vessels have valves that control permeability
- Lymphatic vessels are semi-permeable, allowing easier passage of fluid (correct)
What is the function of Lymphocytes in the lymphatic system?
What is the function of Lymphocytes in the lymphatic system?
- To prevent backflow of lymph by using valves
- To transport oxygen and nutrients to the cells
- To supply nutrients to the interstitial space
- To filter the lymph in the lymph nodes (correct)
Where are lymphatic vessels not present in the body according to the text?
Where are lymphatic vessels not present in the body according to the text?
- Heart, Liver, Kidneys, Lungs
- Epidermis, Bone marrow, CNS, Cartilages (correct)
- Muscles, Stomach, Pancreas, Intestines
- Skin, Blood vessels, Brain, Joints
How is interstitial space defined in relation to the cells?
How is interstitial space defined in relation to the cells?
What is the final destination for lymph in the lymphatic system as per the text?
What is the final destination for lymph in the lymphatic system as per the text?
Through which vessels does all lymph flow before reaching the heart?
Through which vessels does all lymph flow before reaching the heart?
Which type of bone marrow is involved in the production of B and T lymphocytes?
Which type of bone marrow is involved in the production of B and T lymphocytes?
What stimulates lymphatic tissue to divide?
What stimulates lymphatic tissue to divide?
How does lymph travel through the lymph nodes before reaching the subclavian vein?
How does lymph travel through the lymph nodes before reaching the subclavian vein?
What is the function of the Germinal Center in a lymphatic nodule?
What is the function of the Germinal Center in a lymphatic nodule?
What structures divide lymph nodes into compartments?
What structures divide lymph nodes into compartments?
What are the spaces between lymphatic tissues that contain macrophages known as?
What are the spaces between lymphatic tissues that contain macrophages known as?
What is the function of the red pulp in the spleen?
What is the function of the red pulp in the spleen?
What is the function of the white pulp in the spleen?
What is the function of the white pulp in the spleen?
What is the function of the tonsils in the lymphoid tissue?
What is the function of the tonsils in the lymphoid tissue?
What may be indicated if someone can feel their lymph nodes?
What may be indicated if someone can feel their lymph nodes?
What happens to the tonsils in adults?
What happens to the tonsils in adults?
Which type of capillaries are found in sinusoids?
Which type of capillaries are found in sinusoids?
What is unique about Peyer's patches among lymphoid organs?
What is unique about Peyer's patches among lymphoid organs?
What is the primary function of Peyer's patches?
What is the primary function of Peyer's patches?
What is the term for bacteria that cause diseases?
What is the term for bacteria that cause diseases?
What is the function of the vermiform appendix?
What is the function of the vermiform appendix?
What is the term for the infection of the appendix?
What is the term for the infection of the appendix?
What is the primary function of the spleen?
What is the primary function of the spleen?
What is the location of the spleen?
What is the location of the spleen?
What is the term for the removal of the pharyngeal tonsil?
What is the term for the removal of the pharyngeal tonsil?
What type of epithelium is found in the palatine tonsils?
What type of epithelium is found in the palatine tonsils?
What is the collective term for the ring of lymphatic tissue formed by the tonsils and intervening lymphoid tissue?
What is the collective term for the ring of lymphatic tissue formed by the tonsils and intervening lymphoid tissue?
What is the primary site of erythrocyte destruction?
What is the primary site of erythrocyte destruction?
