Lymphatic System

Question 1

State 4 key functions of the lymphatic system.

Answer 1

1. immunity
2. circulation
3. digestion
4. responsible for the circulation of lymph

Question 2

List the 5 components of the lymphatic system.

Answer 2

1. lymphatic capillaries
2. lymphatic vessels
3. lymph nodes
4. lymphatic ducts
5. lymphatic tissues

Question 3

What are the 3 different types of lymphatic tissue?

Answer 3

1. spleen
2. thymus
3. tonsils

Question 4

Why might lymph nodes become enlarged?

Answer 4

in the presence of infection… those closest to the source of the infection tend to become swollen.

Question 5

Is the thymus a gland?

Answer 5

yes

Question 6

Where is the thymus located?

Answer 6

below the thyroid gland, beneath the sternum.

Question 7

What is the function of the thymus?

Answer 7

promotes development of cells called T-Lymphocytes.