1 SEM ACC W/RAVEN CARDED
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ISBN: 9781265486297
Author: Raven
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 48, Problem 5U
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Cardiovascular system is the system that is related to the flow of blood, blood vessels and the organs that assist in the flow of blood. It includes organs like heart, blood vessels like arteries veins and capillaries and their intricate network. Lymphatic system consists of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes and the lymphatic organs. Lymphatic system deals with the flow of lymph which is a fluid that is more viscous and different from the blood and helps in fighting against diseases. In this way this system helps in providing immunity to humans.
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1 SEM ACC W/RAVEN CARDED
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