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What is the primary function of the lymphatic system in relation to the body's defense?
What is the primary function of the lymphatic system in relation to the body's defense?
- To remove excess water and debris from the body (correct)
- To produce antibodies against pathogens
- To transport oxygen to the body's cells
- To regulate body temperature
What is the name of the fluid that originates from blood and fills the spaces between the body's cells?
What is the name of the fluid that originates from blood and fills the spaces between the body's cells?
- Blood plasma
- Lymph (correct)
- Serum
- Interstitial fluid
What is the function of the lymph nodes in the body?
What is the function of the lymph nodes in the body?
- To regulate blood pressure
- To filter lymph and remove pathogens (correct)
- To store excess nutrients
- To produce white blood cells
What is the term for the connection between the lymphatic system and the cardiovascular system?
What is the term for the connection between the lymphatic system and the cardiovascular system?
What is the role of macrophages in the lymph nodes?
What is the role of macrophages in the lymph nodes?
Where do the lymph vessels ultimately lead to?
Where do the lymph vessels ultimately lead to?
What is the function of the spleen in the lymphatic system?
What is the function of the spleen in the lymphatic system?
What is the main function of the thymus gland?
What is the main function of the thymus gland?
What is the primary function of the immune system?
What is the primary function of the immune system?
What is the main difference between endocrine glands and exocrine glands?
What is the main difference between endocrine glands and exocrine glands?
What is the function of B cells in the immune system?
What is the function of B cells in the immune system?
What is the function of the parathyroid gland?
What is the function of the parathyroid gland?
