Biology 2060 - Anatomy and Physiology II » Summer 2020 » Lymphatic System Quiz

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Question #1
Red marrow is found within
A.   spaces within spongy bone.
B.   the large cavities contained within the shafts of long bone.
C.   all osseous tissue of the appendicular skeleton.
D.   compact bone canals.
Question #2
Lymph contains protein.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #3
Of the lymphatic trunks, which ones drain lymph from deep thoracic structures?
A.   Jugular trunks
B.   Bronchomediastinal trunks
C.   Subclavian trunks
D.   Lumbar trunks
E.   Intestinal trunks
Question #4
The lymphatic system's two main functions are to assist in
A.   endocrine function and neural support.
B.   blood cell production and endocrine function.
C.   removal of fats from the blood and inflammatory responses.
D.   immunity and fluid balance.
E.   neural support and blood sugar control.
Question #5
Because lymphatic vessels have three tunics (intima, media, and externa) and valves, they structurally resemble
A.   arteries.
B.   capillaries.
C.   veins.
D.   arterioles.
Question #6
Which is not correct regarding lymph nodes?
A.   They are drained by efferent lymphatic vessels.
B.   No exceptions; all are true of lymph nodes.
C.   They filter lymph.
D.   They contain strands of lymphatic cells supported by medullary cords.
E.   They contain macrophages.
Question #7
Although they are not a site of lymphocyte formation, ________ lymphatic structures provide sites where immune responses are initiated.
A.   secondary
B.   red marrow
C.   hemopoietic
D.   primary
Question #8
Lymphatic nodules consist of
A.   afferent vessels, efferent vessels, a cortex, and medulla.
B.   lymphatic cells, extracellular matrix, and an incomplete connective tissue capsule.
C.   central arteries and monocytes.
D.   a hilum that is located intermediate to two lobules.
E.   crypts, trabeculae, and Reed-Sternberg cells.
Question #9
Lymphatic capillaries
A.   concentrate lymph prior to passing it to larger lymphatic vessels.
B.   originate as closed-ended tubes associated with blood capillary networks.
C.   filter lymph.
D.   cannot be discerned structurally from cardiovascular system capillaries.
E.   include layers of smooth muscle for peristalsis.
Question #10
Which is not correct regarding the white pulp of the spleen?
A.   It contains a central artery.
B.   Its cells include T-lymphocytes, B-lymphocytes, and macrophages.
C.   Its cells are arranged in clusters that are circular in shape.
D.   It serves as a blood reservoir.
Question #11
Which are not tonsils?
A.   Lingual tonsils
B.   Pharyngeal tonsils
C.   Adenoids
D.   Palatoglossal tonsils
E.   Palatine tonsils
Question #12
The hilum of the spleen is part of its
A.   concave posterolateral border.
B.   convex anteromedial border.
C.   convex posterolateral border.
D.   concave anteromedial border.
Question #13
Fluid collected in lacteals will be carried in ________ trunks.
A.   intestinal
B.   bronchomediastinal
C.   lumbar
D.   thoracic
Question #14
This figure shows a lymph node and its components. The region indicated by number 1 is a
A.   germinal center.
B.   medullary cord.
C.   mantle zone.
D.   medullary sinus.
E.   cortical sinus.
Question #15
Which fluid does lymph most closely resemble?
A.   Interstitial fluid
B.   Blood plasma
C.   Whole blood
D.   Intracellular fluid
Question #16
When women with breast cancer undergo surgery to remove the tumor or the entire breast, the axillary lymph nodes are often removed as well. Why?
A.   The axillary lymph nodes receive lymph from the breast and may contain cancer cells.
B.   In removing the breast, the blood supply to the nodes is removed and they will inevitably cease to function.
C.   With the removal of the breast, there is no further need for lymph drainage and filtering in that part of the body.
D.   It is impossible to remove the breast without physically damaging the lymph nodes.
E.   The nerves that supply the axillary lymph nodes are often cut during the breast surgery.
Question #17
Another name for a lymphatic follicle is a
A.   lymph node medulla.
B.   white pulp.
C.   lymphatic nodule.
D.   thymic lobule.
Question #18
The central nervous system contains a dense network of lymphatic capillaries.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #19
A lymphatic capillary that picks up dietary lipids in the small intestine is called a(n)
A.   lacteal.
B.   trabeculum.
C.   cisterna chyli.
D.   afferent lymphatic vessel.
E.   efferent lymphatic vessel.
Question #20
Where do T-lymphocytes mature?
A.   Spleen
B.   Thyroid gland
C.   White bone marrow
D.   Thymus gland
E.   Tonsils

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