Lymphatic System Overview
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What is the main function of the lymphatic system?

  • To transport oxygen to the body cells
  • To transport nutrients from the digestive system
  • To collect and transport interstitial fluid and proteins back to the blood (correct)
  • To fight invading microorganisms
  • What happens when the interstitial fluid is not returned to the blood?

  • It causes a decrease in blood volume and pressure
  • It causes a decrease in the production of lymph
  • It causes a swelling on that tissue, a condition referred to as edema (correct)
  • It causes an increase in blood volume and pressure
  • What are lymphatic capillaries responsible for?

  • Gathering the fluid in the tissue spaces and delivering it to the lymphatic vessels (correct)
  • Transporting oxygen to the body cells
  • Transporting carbon dioxide from the body cells
  • Transporting nutrients from the digestive system
  • Where are lymphatic capillaries absent?

    <p>In the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the lymphatic system and the circulatory system?

    <p>The lymphatic system helps maintain blood volume and pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the lymph nodes?

    <p>To filter and clean the lymph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between lymphatic capillaries and blood capillaries?

    <p>Lymphatic capillaries are wider than blood capillaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of obstruction of lymphatic vessels?

    <p>It causes an accumulation of lymph in the site of obstruction, leading to swelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the lymphatic system in maintaining a healthy immune system?

    <p>It helps maintain a healthy immune system by filtering lymph and producing antibodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the interstitial fluid and the lymph?

    <p>The interstitial fluid is formed during blood filtration in the blood capillaries, while the lymph is formed in the lymphatic vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

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