The Lymphatic System

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What is a Lymphocyte?

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A type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the immune system.

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What does the Lymphatic System do?

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It helps rid the body of waste, remove toxins, and pump lymph around the body.

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Name two main organs of the lymphatic system.

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Spleen and Thymus.

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Where does lymph come from?

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Lymph comes from leaked blood plasma.

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How is lymph moved through lymphatic vessels?

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Lymph is moved through contractions of skeletal muscle around the vessels.

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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 does the Spleen play in the lymphatic system?

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The spleen filters blood and helps fight infections.

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What is the function of the Thymus?

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The thymus is where T-cells mature, which are essential for the immune response.

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What are lymph nodes?

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Small, bean-shaped structures that filter lymph and store white blood cells.

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What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?

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To maintain fluid balance in the body and support the immune system.