The Lymphatic System Chp27 Flashcards
1
Q
What do lymph vessels do
A
collect the fluid that surrounds each cell in the body and return it to the blood
2
Q
What are lymph nodes
A
swellings in the lymph vessels
3
Q
How is lymph moved in the vessels
A
muscular walls of the vessels or general body movements pressing on the vessels
4
Q
What are the main lymph vessels called
A
the thoracic duct and the right lymphatic duct
5
Q
What is the function of lymph nodes
A
fight infection
6
Q
How do lymph nodes fight infection
A
filter bacteria and store large number of white blood cells to kill bacteria
7
Q
What are the functions of the lymphatic system
A
collect tissue fluid and return it to the blood, defend the body against infection, absorb and transport fats in the digestive system
