BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)
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Chapter 33, Problem 13SA
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The lymphatic system consists of lymphatic organs, lymphatic ducts, nodes, and vessels. The lymphatic organs are divided into two, the primary lymphoid organs and the secondary lymphoid organs. The primary organs serve as the maturation site for lymphocytes whereas the secondary organs serve as the differentiation site.
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BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)
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