Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Lymphatic System Is

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the lymphatic system is FALSE?

• A) Lymph fluid is similar to blood plasma.
• B) The lymphatic vessels contract to move lymphatic fluid.
• C) The lymphatic vessels have valves to control the direction of fluid flow.
• D) The lymphatic system begins with highly permeable capillaries.
• E) Fluid flows through lymph nodes on its way to the bloodstream.

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