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Chapter 15 The Lymphatic System and Immunity Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is an example of a specific body defense mechanism?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Antibody production is specific (adaptive), unlike phagocytosis or inflammation (nonspecific).
Question 2 of 5
Lymphatic vessels are important for maintaining fluid balance in the body by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: They return excess fluid to the bloodstream, preventing edema.
Question 3 of 5
Which lymphatic organ produces hormones known as thymosins, important for the development of T lymphocytes (T cells)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The thymus produces thymosins for T cell development.
Question 4 of 5
Lymphatic fluid is ultimately drained into:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lymph drains into veins (e.g., subclavian) to return to blood.
Question 5 of 5
Identify the nonspecific defense mechanism that amplifies the inflammatory response and increases the likelihood of phagocytosis by binding to the surface of pathogens.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Complement proteins enhance inflammation and phagocytosis.