What Drives the Movement of Lymph Through Lymphatic Vessels

Question

What drives the movement of lymph through lymphatic vessels?
A) Contraction of nearby skeletal muscles
B) Pumping activity of the heart
C) Changes in osmotic pressure of lymph fluid
D) Changes in blood pressure

Accepted Answer

The movement of lymph through lymphatic vessels is primarily driven by the contraction of nearby skeletal muscles. This action squeezes the lymphatic vessels, propelling the lymph fluid through them.