Lymphatic System Quiz

Which of these statements about the spleen is not correct?

• The spleen filters lymph.

• The spleen is a limited reservoir for blood.

• The spleen destroys defective red blood cells.

• The spleen has red pulp associated with the veins.

The thymus

• Increases in size in adults

• Produces lymphocytes that move to other lymphatic tissue.

• Is located in the abdominal cavity

• All of the above are correct.

Filtering...

• Lymph is filtered by the lymph nodes.

• Blood is filtered by the spleen.

• Tissue fluid is filtered by MALT.

• Lymph is filtered by the kidneys.

Explain the following terms: Lacteal

• A type of lymphocyte

• A type of lymphatic vessel

• A type of lymphatic tissue

• A type of lymphatic fluid

Explain the following terms: Chyle

• A type of lymphatic fluid

• A type of lymphocyte

• A type of lymphatic vessel

• A type of lymphatic tissue

Explain the following terms: Cisterna chyli

• A type of lymphocyte

• A type of lymphatic vessel

• A type of lymphatic tissue

• A type of lymphatic fluid

Where do we find lymphocytes in a lymph node?

• Inguinal nodes

• Axillary nodes

• Thoracic duct

• Regional lymph nodes

What do tonsils do?

• Store blood

• Produce hormones

• Filter blood

• Trap and remove bacteria

What is the function of Peyer's Patches?

• Produce red blood cells

• Filter lymph

• Store blood

• Capture and destroy bacteria in the intestine

What is the most characteristic property of the appendix?

• Filters blood

• Acts as a blood reservoir

• Presence of masses of lymphoid tissue

• Destroys worn out blood cells