Lymphatic System Organization and Functions
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What is the main role of the lymphatic system?

  • Transporting oxygen to the cells
  • Killing bacteria and pathogens (correct)
  • Producing red blood cells
  • Regulating body temperature

    • What is the function of the thymus in the immune system?

  • Produces antibodies
  • Produces T lymphocytes (correct)
  • Stores excess lymph
  • Filters blood in the capillaries

    • Which organ acts as a blood reservoir and is also involved in phagocytosis of bacteria and old red blood cells?

  • Thymus
  • Pancreas
  • Tonsils
  • Spleen (correct)

    • What is the primary function of tonsils in the human body?

    <p>Defense and white blood cell formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of immunity does not require prior exposure to an antigen?

    <p>Nonspecific immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chemical compounds act as direct agents of innate, nonspecific immunity?

    <p>Cytokines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of specific immunity?

    <p>To recognize and respond to harmful substances or bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does artificial passive immunity occur?

    <p>Protective material developed in another individual's immune system given to a nonimmune individual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during involution of the thymus?

    <p>It degenerates as one gets older</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of lymph nodes?

    <p>Defense and white blood cell formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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