Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology (Custom)
Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology (Custom)
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ISBN: 9781269752862
Author: Marieb
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 12, Problem 17SAE
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The defensive cells present in the lymph nodes.

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The lymph nodes are the part of the lymphatic system along with the lymphatic vessels and the lymphoid organs. These are the sites for lymphocyte multiplication. These are embedded in the connective tissue and are generally kidney-shaped structures of length nearly 1 centimeter.

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