Digestive System Lymphatic Drainage Quiz
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Which lymphatic organ is responsible for filtering microorganisms and foreign substances from blood?

  • Spleen (correct)
  • Tonsils
  • Thymus
  • Lymph nodes
  • What type of cells are responsible for forming the structure of lymphatic tissue?

  • Interstitial cells
  • Epithelial cells
  • Reticular cells (correct)
  • Endothelial cells
  • Where in the body are lymphatic capillaries NOT found?

  • Cornea
  • Nervous system (correct)
  • Bone marrow
  • Muscles
  • Which of the following is NOT a lymphatic organ?

    <p>Lymphatic vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of lymphatic trunks in the lymphatic system?

    <p>Transporting lymph to lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of lymphatic tissue aids in creating a series of one-way valves?

    <p>Reticular fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the thymus in the lymphatic system?

    <p>Maturation of T-lymphocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic feature of lymphatic capillaries compared to blood capillaries?

    <p>'Lymph moves by auto-spasm, inspiration, and action of skeletal muscles'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Cells: hormones, enzymes, waste products' are primarily transported by which part of the lymphatic system?

    <p>'Lymphatic vessels'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do the tonsils play in the lymphatic system?

    <p>Immune response initiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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