ANATOMY+PHYSIOLOGY
ANATOMY+PHYSIOLOGY
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ISBN: 9781260265217
Author: McKinley
Publisher: RENT MCG
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Chapter 21.4, Problem 11WDYL
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The three main groups of tonsils and also determine the function of tonsils.

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The lymphatic system is a part of the circulatory system and immune system that have interconnected lymphatic vessels which contain a clear fluid called lymph. Lymphatic system comprises lymphatic capillaries, vessels, ducts, and trunks. The lymphatic system is also comprised of lymphatic tissues or organs like, tonsils, lymph nodes and nodules, spleen, and MALT.

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