LYMPHATIC SYSTEM QUESTIONS
What is the lymphatic system composed of? - correct answer A network of
vessels that circulate body fluids.
What do the lymphatic vessels transport to the circulatory system? - correct
answer Fats
What is a function of the lymphatic system? - correct answer Transport excess
fluid away from interstitial spaces between cells in most tissues and return it to
the blood stream, Help defend body against invasion.
What do lymphatic pathways start as? - correct answer Lymphatic capillaries that
merge to form larger vessels that empty into the circulatory system.
What are lymph nodes? - correct answer Mass of lymphoid tissue
What are lymphatic capillaries? - correct answer Tiny, closed-ended tubes that
extend into interstitial spaces.
What do lymphatic capillaries receive? - correct answer Tissue fluid, once
reached it is called edema
How are lymphatic vessels compared to those of veins? - correct answer They
are thinner
What do large lymphatic vessels pass through and merge to what? - correct
answer Pass through lymph nodes and merge to form lymphatic trunks.
What do lymphatic trunks drain? - correct answer Lymph from the body
