BIO 112 Ch. 14 Flashcard

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What is the function of the lymphatic system?

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To maintain fluid balance and protect against infections.

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How does the lymphatic system differ from the cardiovascular system?

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The lymphatic system transports lymph, while the cardiovascular system transports blood.

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What makes adaptive (acquired) immunity last?

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The presence of memory cells.

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What type of immunity do T cells provide?

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Cell-mediated immunity.

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What type of immunity do B cells provide?

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Humoral immunity.

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What is lymph?

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A clear fluid that circulates through the lymphatic system, containing white blood cells.

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What role do lymph nodes play in the immune system?

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They filter lymph and house immune cells that can respond to pathogens.

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What is the primary function of B cells?

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To produce antibodies that target specific antigens.

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What is the difference between innate and adaptive immunity?

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Innate immunity is the body's first line of defense, while adaptive immunity is specific and has memory.

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What are memory cells?

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Long-lived immune cells that remember past infections and respond more effectively upon re-exposure.