Lymphatic System Organs and Functions Quiz

Bone marrow is the primary site of lymphocyte production.

The lymphatic system's main function is to defend the body against infections.

The thymus is a primary lymphoid organ, not a secondary one.

Lymphocytes play a key role in detecting and destroying pathogens.

The subclavian vein is not a lymphatic vessel but a blood vessel.

Unlike the thymus and bone marrow, the spleen is a secondary lymphoid organ.

Lymph nodes filter lymph, capturing and removing pathogens.

The thymus is responsible for the maturation of T lymphocytes.

The spleen filters blood and removes old red blood cells.

Lymphatic vessels transport lymph and immune cells throughout the body.

The spleen acts as a blood reservoir, filtering and removing old or damaged blood cells.

Bone marrow is where B lymphocytes mature.

Lacteals in the small intestine absorb digested fats.

Lymph has a higher protein content and lower electrolyte concentration compared to blood plasma.

The liver is involved in fetal hematopoiesis and is later replaced by red bone marrow.