BIOLOGY: CONCEPTS AND INVESTIGATIONS
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ISBN: 9781260536706
Author: Hoefnagels
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 30, Problem 14WIO
Summary Introduction
To determine:
How is the lymphatic system connected with the circulatory system. The immune system and where does lymph originate.
Concept introduction:
Lymphatic system is a part of circulatory system which is composed of a network of vessels through which lymph passes into the blood through tissues. Lymph is defined as a colorless fluid that contains specialized lymphocytes that are responsible for generating an immune response of body.
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BIOLOGY: CONCEPTS AND INVESTIGATIONS
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