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What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?
What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?
- To facilitate digestion
- To protect the body from disease-causing microorganisms (correct)
- To regulate body temperature
- To produce red blood cells
What prevents the backflow of fluid in the lymphatic capillaries?
What prevents the backflow of fluid in the lymphatic capillaries?
- Valves (correct)
- Connective tissue
- Muscles
- Nerve endings
Where are lymph nodes commonly found in the body?
Where are lymph nodes commonly found in the body?
- Back and shoulders
- Groin, armpits, and neck (correct)
- Hands and feet
- Abdomen and chest
What is contained in the lymphatic tissue of a lymph node?
What is contained in the lymphatic tissue of a lymph node?
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What do lymphatic sinuses within lymph nodes carry?
What do lymphatic sinuses within lymph nodes carry?
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What is the primary function of lymphatic capillaries?
What is the primary function of lymphatic capillaries?
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What happens to most of the fluid that moves from blood capillaries into tissue spaces?
What happens to most of the fluid that moves from blood capillaries into tissue spaces?
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What is the function of lymph nodes in the body?
What is the function of lymph nodes in the body?
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Where are lymph nodes commonly located in the body?
Where are lymph nodes commonly located in the body?
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What is the composition of lymphatic tissue within lymph nodes?
What is the composition of lymphatic tissue within lymph nodes?
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