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Set 22 Lymphatic System And Immunity

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Question 1

(Multiple Choice)

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The thoracic duct drains lymph into the

A) left subclavian vein.
B) right subclavian vein.
C) right internal jugular vein.
D) left brachiocephalic vein.
E) left subclavian artery.

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Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

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The lymphatic system plays a role in maintaining fluid balance within the body by

A) adding lymph to GI tract secretions.
B) returning interstitial fluid to the plasma.
C) transporting lymph from tissues to the liver.
D) carrying excess fluid to the kidneys to be excreted.
E) actively absorbing fluid from the blood.

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Question 3

(Multiple Choice)

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The lymphatic system differs from the cardiovascular system in that

A) the lymphatic system only carries fluid away from tissues.
B) the lymphatic vessels have their own "pump" to assist flow.
C) lymph capillaries do not contain any fluid.
D) lymph capillaries allow free movement of fluid in and out of the capillaries.
E) lymph circulates fluids and cardiovascular does not.

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