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Which component is present in both blood and lymph?
What is the main function of blood?
Which statement is true about lymph?
What is the primary role of lymph nodes?
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Which of the following is a function of lymph but not of blood?
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What is the main difference between blood and lymph in terms of color?
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Which component of blood aids in clotting?
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Study Notes
Comparing Blood and Lymph
- Plasma is the component present in both blood and lymph.
Functions of Blood
- The main function of blood is to transport oxygen and nutrients to cells and remove waste products.
Characteristics of Lymph
- Lymph is a clear, colorless fluid.
Functions of Lymph Nodes
- The primary role of lymph nodes is to filter out pathogens and other foreign substances from the lymph fluid.
Comparison of Blood and Lymph Functions
- One function of lymph but not of blood is the absorption of fats and fat-soluble vitamins from the digestive system.
Physical Characteristics of Blood and Lymph
- The main difference between blood and lymph in terms of color is that blood is reddish-brown due to the presence of hemoglobin, while lymph is clear and colorless.
Blood Coagulation
- Platelets (thrombocytes) are the component of blood that aids in clotting.
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Learn about the unique fluid connective tissue in our body, blood, and its main components such as red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma. Understand the significant role blood plays in transporting various substances throughout the body and regulating body temperature.
