The Lymphatic System Quiz

What do lymph and blood have in common?

• They're both part of the lymphatic system

• They both transport nutrients to cells throughout the body

• They're both purified by lymph nodes

• They're composed largely of blood plasma

Place the following structures in the order that lymph travels through them: A) lymph vessels; B) lymph nodes; C) lymph capillaries

• C,B,A

• A,B,C

• C,A,B

• B,A,C

What can you infer from the fact that blood capillaries can easily leak or absorb fluid?

• Capillary walls must contain large holes

• Capillaries are defective vessels

• Capillary walls must be very thin

• Capillaries will eventually disappear as humans evolve

Which of these is the best analogy for the function of the vessels of the lymphatic system?

• A pump

• A highway

• A factory

• A warehouse

What would happen if your lymph nodes stopped working?

• Harmful particles might find their way into your bloodstream

• Lymph would stop flowing throughout your body

• The vessels and capillaries of the lymphatic system would shrink

• Your blood would turn mostly yellow

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Which word best describes the relationship between the lymphatic system and the circulatory system

• Antagonistic

• Complementary

• Independent

• Redundant

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Which statement best describes the role of lymph in the process of digestion?

• It deposits solid food into the small intestine

• It helps break down food in the small intestine

• It transports nutrients to the liver

• It distributes fatty acids throughout the body

Within this body part, lymph acquires particles that help the _______ system function.

• Skeletal

• Digestive

• Immune

• Respiratory

Sneaker factories are to sneakers as lymphoid organs are to:

• Lymph

• Bacteria

• Red blood cells

• White blood cells

Which of the following jobs is a good analogy for the lymphatic system's relationship to tissue cells?

• Manager

• Driver

• Reporter

• Garbage collector

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