Lymphatic System

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What are lacteals?

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Special lymphatic vessels that absorb fats and transport them from the digestive tract to the blood.

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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 muscle around the vessels.

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What is the function of the spleen in the lymphatic system?

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The spleen filters foreign material from blood and destroys old red blood cells (RBCs).

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Where does lymph enter the bloodstream?

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Lymph enters the bloodstream from the collecting ducts at the subclavian veins.

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Where do T cells mature?

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T cells mature in the thymus.

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What is the primary role of the lymphatic system?

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The primary role of the lymphatic system is to maintain fluid balance, absorb fats from the digestive system, and provide immune responses.

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What are lymph nodes?

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Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped structures that filter lymph and contain immune cells that help fight infection.

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What is the role of the thymus in the immune system?

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The thymus is responsible for the maturation of T cells, which are crucial for adaptive immunity.

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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 and is part of the lymphatic system, while blood is a red fluid that circulates nutrients and oxygen throughout the body.

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What are the main components of the lymphatic system?

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The main components of the lymphatic system include lymph, lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, the spleen, and the thymus.