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Which of the following is a characteristic of lymph collecting vessels?
Which of the following is a characteristic of lymph collecting vessels?
What is the role of valves in lymph collecting vessels?
What is the role of valves in lymph collecting vessels?
What is the function of smooth muscle cells in the walls of lymph ducts?
What is the function of smooth muscle cells in the walls of lymph ducts?
What causes the movement of lymph in lymph vessels?
What causes the movement of lymph in lymph vessels?
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What gives a beaded appearance to the lymph ducts?
What gives a beaded appearance to the lymph ducts?
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Study Notes
Characteristics of Lymph Collecting Vessels
- Valves are present in lymph collecting vessels, which prevent backflow and ensure unidirectional flow of lymph.
Structure and Function of Lymph Ducts
- Smooth muscle cells in the walls of lymph ducts contract and relax in a rhythmic manner, helping to propel lymph forward.
Lymph Movement and Flow
- The movement of lymph in lymph vessels is caused by the contraction and relaxation of smooth muscle cells, as well as the contractions of surrounding skeletal muscles and breathing movements.
Lymph Duct Structure
- The presence of lymphoid follicles or aggregates of lymphoid tissue gives a beaded appearance to the lymph ducts.
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Test your knowledge on the lymphatic system's collecting vessels and ducts. Learn about their structure, function, and how they contribute to the flow of lymph.
