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A concise overview of the lymphatic system, including its key components, functions, and the roles of various cells within the immune system. it presents information in a question-and-answer format, making it suitable for quick review or self-testing. The content covers topics such as the composition of the lymphatic system, the functions of tonsils, adenoids, and the spleen, and the roles of different types of lymphocytes (b cells, t cells) and macrophages in immune responses. This resource is valuable for students studying biology or related fields.
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lymphatic system - correct answer Composed of a network of vessels, ducts, nodes, and organs. Provides defense against infection. Components of lymphatic system - correct answer spleen, tonsils, adenoids, appendix, thymus gland, and lymph nodes tonsils - correct answer masses of lymphatic tissue in the back of the oropharynx adenoids - correct answer mass of lymphatic tissue in the nasopharynx appendix - correct answer A small, fingerlike extension of the vertebrate cecum; contains a mass of white blood cells that contribute to immunity. spleen - correct answer helps fight certain types of bacteria pathogen - correct answer An organism that causes disease Lymphocytes - correct answer The two types of white blood cells that are part of the body's immune system: b and t cells B cells - correct answer label invaders for later destruction by macrophages killer t cells - correct answer attack and destroy infected body cells Helper T cells - correct answer activate killer t cells and b cells
macrophages - correct answer consume pathogens and affected cells lymph - correct answer watery fluid lymph nodes - correct answer Bean-shaped filters that cluster along the lymphatic vessels of the body. They function as a cleanser of lymph as wells as a site of T and B cell activation