Lymphatic system

Question 1

Functions of the lymphatic system?

Answer 1

1. Fluid balance; 2. Fat absorption; 3. Defense (immune system);

Question 2

how does the lymphatic system play a role in fat absorption?

Answer 2

lacteals are special lymphatic vessels located in the lining of the small intestine; fat enters lacteals–>enters lymphatic circulation; mixes with lymph in the vessels and creates chyle

Question 3

how does the lymph system function as defense?

Answer 3

since lymph nodes are the only structures to filter lymph, they contain macrophages tgat can remove bacteria, microorganisms, and foreign substances–from fluid intake from fluid balance function?; lymphocytes, which dominate during infection, exist in lymph tissues