The Lymphatic System

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What are White Blood Cells?

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White Blood Cells are cells in the immune system that help the body fight infections and diseases.

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What are the two main organs of the lymphatic system?

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The two main organs of the lymphatic system are the Spleen and the Thymus.

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Where does lymph come from?

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Lymph comes from leaked blood plasma that escapes from blood vessels.

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What is the primary function of the Lymphatic System?

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The primary function of the Lymphatic System is to rid the body of waste, remove toxins, and transport lymph.

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How is lymph moved through lymphatic vessels?

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Lymph is moved through lymphatic vessels by contractions of skeletal muscles around the vessels.

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What is lymph?

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Lymph is a clear fluid that contains white blood cells and is part of the lymphatic system.

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What role do the Spleen and Thymus play in the lymphatic system?

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The Spleen filters blood and helps fight infections, while the Thymus is where T-cells mature.

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What are T-cells?

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T-cells are a type of white blood cell that play a central role in the immune response.

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What is the difference between lymph and blood?

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Lymph is a clear fluid that contains white blood cells, while blood is a red fluid that carries oxygen and nutrients.

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What is the function of lymph nodes?

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Lymph nodes filter lymph and trap pathogens, helping the body to fight infections.