All of the Following Mechanisms Help Move Lymph Through the Lymphatic

question 11

Multiple Choice

All of the following mechanisms help move lymph through the lymphatic vessels except

• A) contraction of skeletal muscles.
• B) tiny lymph hearts.
• C) contractions of smooth muscle in the wall of the lymph vessels.
• D) body movements during exercise.

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