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.   the large cavities contained within the shafts of long bone.
C.   spaces within spongy bone.
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.   Lumbar trunks
B.   Subclavian trunks
C.   Jugular trunks
D.   Intestinal trunks
E.   Bronchomediastinal 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.   neural support and blood sugar control.
D.   blood cell production and endocrine function.
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.   veins.
B.   arterioles.
C.   arteries.
D.   capillaries.
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 contain strands of lymphatic cells supported by medullary cords.
D.   They filter lymph.
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.   hemopoietic
C.   red marrow
D.   primary
Question #8
Lymphatic nodules consist of
A.   a hilum that is located intermediate to two lobules.
B.   lymphatic cells, extracellular matrix, and an incomplete connective tissue capsule.
C.   afferent vessels, efferent vessels, a cortex, and medulla.
D.   crypts, trabeculae, and Reed-Sternberg cells.
E.   central arteries and monocytes.
Question #9
Lymphatic capillaries
A.   cannot be discerned structurally from cardiovascular system capillaries.
B.   include layers of smooth muscle for peristalsis.
C.   filter lymph.
D.   originate as closed-ended tubes associated with blood capillary networks.
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.   It serves as a blood reservoir.
B.   Its cells include T-lymphocytes, B-lymphocytes, and macrophages.
C.   It contains a central artery.
D.   Its cells are arranged in clusters that are circular in shape.
Question #11
Which are not tonsils?
A.   Lingual tonsils
B.   Adenoids
C.   Palatine tonsils
D.   Pharyngeal tonsils
E.   Palatoglossal tonsils
Question #12
The hilum of the spleen is part of its
A.   concave anteromedial border.
B.   concave posterolateral border.
C.   convex anteromedial border.
D.   convex posterolateral border.
Question #13
Fluid collected in lacteals will be carried in ________ trunks.
A.   lumbar
B.   intestinal
C.   bronchomediastinal
D.   thoracic
Question #14
This figure shows a lymph node and its components. The region indicated by number 1 is a
A.   medullary sinus.
B.   cortical sinus.
C.   medullary cord.
D.   germinal center.
E.   mantle zone.
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.   With the removal of the breast, there is no further need for lymph drainage and filtering in that part of the body.
B.   It is impossible to remove the breast without physically damaging the lymph nodes.
C.   The nerves that supply the axillary lymph nodes are often cut during the breast surgery.
D.   The axillary lymph nodes receive lymph from the breast and may contain cancer cells.
E.   In removing the breast, the blood supply to the nodes is removed and they will inevitably cease to function.
Question #17
Another name for a lymphatic follicle is a
A.   thymic lobule.
B.   lymph node medulla.
C.   lymphatic nodule.
D.   white pulp.
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.   trabeculum.
B.   afferent lymphatic vessel.
C.   cisterna chyli.
D.   lacteal.
E.   efferent lymphatic vessel.
Question #20
Where do T-lymphocytes mature?
A.   Tonsils
B.   Thymus gland
C.   White bone marrow
D.   Spleen
E.   Thyroid gland

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