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Chapter 15 The Lymphatic System and Immunity Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The binding energy between an antigen and antibody:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antigen-antibody binding is reversible; follows mass action , not irreversible .
Question 2 of 5
What is the composition of lymph most similar to?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lymph is similar to interstitial fluid, its source; plasma has more proteins, CSF is CNS-specific, and urine is waste.
Question 3 of 5
What is the function of the spleen's marginal zone?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The marginal zone traps antigens; lymph filtering is nodes, platelets are in red pulp, T cells are thymus.
Question 4 of 5
Which tonsils are near the Eustachian tube?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tubal tonsils are near the Eustachian tube; others (A, B, C) are elsewhere.
Question 5 of 5
What is the term for the lymph node's outer region?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The cortex is the outer region; medulla is inner, hilum is entry, sinus is channel.