The Lymphatic System

Question 1

What are the 6 components of the lymphatic system?

Answer 1

1. Lymph
2. Lymph vessels
3. Lymph nodes
4. Lymph organs
5. Diffuse Lymphoid tissue
6. Bone marrow

Question 2

What are the 3 main functions of the lymphatic system?

Answer 2

1. Tissue drainage.
   The system filters fluid and transports it for excretion.
2. Absorption in the small intestine.
   Absorb fats and fat-soluble vitamins through villi which contain lacteals (lymph capillaries).
3. Immunity.
   Filter blood to remove microorganisms.

Question 3

What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?

Answer 3

To transport lymph.

Question 4

What is lymph?

Answer 4

Lymph is a fluid that contains white blood cells.

Question 5

What is the lymphatic system?

Answer 5

A network of tissues and organs that help the body get rid of toxins.

Question 6

Name the 8 components of the lymphatic system.

Answer 6

1. Neck
2. Thymus
3. Armpit
4. Diaphragm
5. Spleen
6. Lymph and Lymphatic vessels
7. Groin
8. Bone marrow