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

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

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