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