Hap 1 - Lymphatic System - Quiz, Flashcards & Trivia

1. Briefly explain the structure and function of the lymphatic system.

* Consists of two semi-independent parts
- lymphatic vessels
- lymphoid tissues and organs
* Lymphatic system functions
- transport tissue fluids back to the blood
- play essential roles in the body defense and resistance to disease

The lymphatic system consists of lymphatic vessels and lymphoid tissues and organs. Its functions include transporting tissue fluids back to the blood and playing essential roles in the body's defense and resistance to disease. Therefore, options stating otherwise are incorrect.

Explanation

The lymphatic system consists of lymphatic vessels and lymphoid tissues and organs. Its functions include transporting tissue fluids back to the blood and playing essential roles in the body's defense and resistance to disease. Therefore, options stating otherwise are incorrect.

2. Label.

Option A

Option C

Option B

The question 'Label.' does not provide any specific context or information to deduce an answer. Therefore, the correct answer would be simply '.' as it does not offer any clue to what the label is referencing.

Explanation

The question 'Label.' does not provide any specific context or information to deduce an answer. Therefore, the correct answer would be simply '.' as it does not offer any clue to what the label is referencing.

3. What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?

Aids in digestion

Controls body temperature

Keeps your fluids healthy and clean

Produces hormones

The lymphatic system helps maintain fluid balance in the body by collecting excess fluid and returning it to the bloodstream, keeping fluids healthy and clean.

Explanation

The lymphatic system helps maintain fluid balance in the body by collecting excess fluid and returning it to the bloodstream, keeping fluids healthy and clean.

4. Draw the relationship between cardiovascular and lymphatic system.

The lymphatic system is a part of the cardiovascular system.

The cardiovascular system is not connected to the lymphatic system.

The lymphatic system is solely responsible for the transportation of blood.

The cardiovascular system consists of the heart, blood, and blood vessels, while the lymphatic system consists of lymph nodes, lymphatic vessels, and lymph. The cardiovascular system transports oxygen, nutrients, and hormones throughout the body, while the lymphatic system helps maintain fluid balance, immune function, and fat absorption.

Explanation

The cardiovascular system consists of the heart, blood, and blood vessels, while the lymphatic system consists of lymph nodes, lymphatic vessels, and lymph. The cardiovascular system transports oxygen, nutrients, and hormones throughout the body, while the lymphatic system helps maintain fluid balance, immune function, and fat absorption.

5. What is the primary function of the lymph nodes?

Stores bile produced by the liver

Regulates blood sugar levels

Produces red blood cells

Filters and cleans the fluid from the carpillaries back to the heart

Lymph nodes act as filters that clean the lymphatic fluid before returning it to the bloodstream, helping the body fight infections and diseases.

Explanation

Lymph nodes act as filters that clean the lymphatic fluid before returning it to the bloodstream, helping the body fight infections and diseases.