In Addition to Storage of White Blood Cells the Lymphatic

question 29

Multiple Choice

In addition to storage of white blood cells the lymphatic system is also responsible for

• A)Producing pathogens to fight infections
• B)Producing fluids to supplement the cardiovascular system
• C)Production of some types of white blood cells
• D)Maturation of some types of red blood cells

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Definitions:

Neural Impulse

An electrical signal that transmits information along a neuron, enabling communication within the nervous system.

Neurotransmitters

Chemical substances in the body that transmit nerve impulses across a synapse from one nerve cell to another.

Fatty Substance

Materials composed of lipids, which can be found in various forms throughout the body, playing critical roles in energy storage, insulation, and cell structure.

Axons

Long, slender projections of neurons that transmit electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body to other neurons, muscles, or glands.