Lymphatic System

Which of the following is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?

• removes excess fluid from around organs

• absorbs/transports fats from the gut

• circulates blood around the body

• produces leucocytes

What name is given to the leucocytes created in the lymphatic system?

• lymphocytes

• basophils

• neutrophils

• eosinophils

What do we call the bean-shaped structures that are scattered around the body as part of the lymphatic system?

• lymph capillaries

• tonsils

• spleen

• lymph nodes

What do we call the large lymphatic vessels that drain lymph back into the circulatory system?

• lymph capillaries

• lymph veins

• lymph nodes

• lymph ducts

Fatty acids and glycerol is absorb in the digestive system by the

• Circulatory system

• Blood cells

• Lacteals

• Lymph nodes

Answer explanation

lacteals are part of the lymphatic system that transport fatty components of digestion into the lyph

How many percent of blood plasma that leaks from capillaries are carried back into the blood system through the lymph vessels?

• 2%

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

What contains more white blood cells and lymphocytes?

• blood plasma

• tissue fluid

• blood

• lymph

What is the largest organ that is a part of the lymphatic system?

• thymus

• spleen

• lymph node

The first line of defense against bacteria and viruses, this cluster of lymphatic tissue will sometimes need to be removed due to regular sore throats.

Lymph is the fluid of the lymphatic system. What color is it?

• white

• blue

• yellow

• clear