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Which systems maintain fluid balance and protect the body from infection and disease?
Which systems maintain fluid balance and protect the body from infection and disease?
- Endocrine and skeletal systems
- Digestive and nervous systems
- Respiratory and circulatory systems
- Lymphatic and immune systems (correct)
What are the major functions of the immune system?
What are the major functions of the immune system?
- To transport oxygen and remove waste
- To break down food and extract nutrients
- To produce hormones and regulate body temperature
- To recognize and remove abnormal cells and destroy pathogens (correct)
Which cells can be considered 'not-self' cells?
Which cells can be considered 'not-self' cells?
- Red blood cells
- Viruses, bacteria, parasites, allergens, some chemicals, and cancer cells (correct)
- Muscle cells
- Skin cells
Which tissues are part of the primary lymphoid tissues?
Which tissues are part of the primary lymphoid tissues?
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What is the function of the thymus in the immune system?
What is the function of the thymus in the immune system?
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