All of the Following Are True Regarding the Lymphatic System

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Multiple Choice

All of the following are true regarding the lymphatic system except:

• A) the lymphatic system is not connected to the circulatory system.
• B) the lymphatic system drains excess fluid from the tissue spaces back to the blood stream.
• C) the lymphatic system stores lymphocytes and monocytes.
• D) the lymphatic system provides a defense mechanism against disease.

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