202 Science Exam B1P1

What is the main function of the circulatory system?

• Transporting nutrients to cells

• Removing waste from cells

• Regulating body temperature

• Producing red blood cells

The lymphatic system absorbs fat from the small intestine and supports the ______ system.

What is the main function of the lymphatic system?

• To remove excess fluid from tissues

• To transport oxygen to the cells

• To regulate body temperature

• To produce red blood cells

Homeostasis is the balance of fluids in the ______ environment.

What does the lymphatic system transport?

• Blood

• Oxygen

• Almost colorless fluid called lymph

• Metabolic waste from cells

What is the purpose of the lymphatic system in maintaining fluid balance?

• It transports glucose to cells

• It collects oxygen from tissues

• It absorbs excess fluid from tissues into the bloodstream

• It removes waste products from the bloodstream

What is left behind in the tissues when interstitial fluid leaks from the bloodstream?

• Oxygen, glucose, and amino acids

• Blood cells

• Metabolic waste products

• Fat from the small intestine

What is the role of the circulatory system with regard to metabolic waste products?

• It collects and removes waste products from cells

• It distributes waste products to cells

• It absorbs excess fluid from tissues

• It transports fat from the small intestine

What can cause lymph nodes to become swollen?

• Bacterial infection

• Viral infection

• Allergic reaction

• Physical injury

What is the function of lymphatic vessels?

• To transport excess lymph to the circulatory system

• To filter blood in the circulatory system

• To produce lymphocytes in the immune system

• To regulate body temperature