Which of the Following Is a Function of the Lymphatic

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a function of the lymphatic system?

• A)Drain excessive interstitial fluid
• B)Transport dietary lipids
• C)Carry out immune responses
• D)All of these are functions of the lymphatic system
• E)None of these are functions of the lymphatic system

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Definitions:

Peripheral System

Refers to the peripheral nervous system, which consists of all the nerves that branch out from the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system) to the rest of the body, facilitating communication between the CNS and the limbs and organs.

Autonomic Nervous

Part of the nervous system that controls involuntary actions of the visceral muscles and internal organs, including heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.

Brain

The central organ of the human nervous system, housed in the skull and responsible for controlling and coordinating all voluntary and involuntary activities, along with processing sensory information.

Digestion

The biological process by which food is broken down into simpler substances for the body to use as energy or building blocks.