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Lymphatic System Overview

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What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?

To transport oxygen and nutrients to cells
To filter blood and remove pathogens
To remove waste and toxins from the body
To transport lymph fluid and lymphocytes throughout the body (correct)

Where do lymphocytes, the key cells of the immune system, originate from?

Lymph nodes
The spleen
The thymus gland
Red bone marrow (correct)

What is the role of the thymus gland in the lymphatic system?

It produces lymph fluid
It stores and recycles lymphocytes
It filters lymph before it enters the bloodstream
It turns some lymphocyte cells into their active form (correct)

What is the purpose of the lymphatic vessels in the body?

To transport lymph fluid and lymphocytes throughout the body (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between interstitial fluid and lymph?

Lymph is a type of interstitial fluid that accumulates around cells (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between primary and secondary lymphatic organs/tissues?

Primary organs/tissues are where lymphocytes are produced, while secondary organs/tissues are where they are stored (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?

To transport lymph fluid from interstitial spaces back into the bloodstream (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of immunity is associated with the lymphatic system's B cells and T cells?

Adaptive immunity (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between lymphatic tissue and lymphatic organs?

Lymphatic organs have a capsule around them, while lymphatic tissue does not (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of connective tissue is lymphatic tissue composed of?

Reticular connective tissue with a large number of lymphocytes (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about lymphocytes is true?

Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell involved in immune responses (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

The lymphatic system transports lymph fluid back into the blood supply, working closely with the circulatory system (C) Signup and view all the answers