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Which organ is the primary organ of the lymphatic system?
Which organ is the primary organ of the lymphatic system?
Where is the thymus gland located?
Where is the thymus gland located?
What happens to the size of the thymus gland as a person ages?
What happens to the size of the thymus gland as a person ages?
What is the function of the thymus gland before birth?
What is the function of the thymus gland before birth?
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What is the mechanism of phagocytosis?
What is the mechanism of phagocytosis?
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Which cells recognize the antigens presented by phagocytes?
Which cells recognize the antigens presented by phagocytes?
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Which type of cells perform phagocytosis?
Which type of cells perform phagocytosis?
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What is the role of phagocytosis in the adaptive immune system?
What is the role of phagocytosis in the adaptive immune system?
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What are the main functions of the thymus gland?
What are the main functions of the thymus gland?
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Which part of the body does phagocytosis occur in?
Which part of the body does phagocytosis occur in?
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Study Notes
Lymphatic System
- The primary organ of the lymphatic system is not specified in the text.
Thymus Gland
- The thymus gland is located in the chest, between the lungs.
- The size of the thymus gland decreases as a person ages.
- Before birth, the thymus gland functions to aid in the development of the immune system.
Phagocytosis
- Phagocytosis is a mechanism in which cells engulf and digest foreign particles and microorganisms.
- T-cells recognize the antigens presented by phagocytes.
- Phagocytic cells, such as neutrophils and macrophages, perform phagocytosis.
- Phagocytosis plays a crucial role in the adaptive immune system by processing and presenting antigens to T-cells.
- Phagocytosis occurs in various parts of the body, including the lymph nodes, spleen, and other lymphoid tissues.
Functions of Thymus Gland
- The main functions of the thymus gland include the development and maturation of T-cells, as well as the selection and deletion of T-cells that are self-reactive or non-reactive.
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Test your knowledge about the thymus gland and its functions with this informative quiz. Explore the anatomy, location, and role of the thymus in the lymphatic system.
