Asked by Samantha Burnett on May 12, 2024
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Bacteria and debris are actively removed from the lymph by ________ in the sinuses of lymph nodes.
A) trabecular cells
B) germinal cells
C) macrophages
D) lymphocytes
E) plasma cells
Macrophages
A type of white blood cell that engulfs and digests cellular debris, foreign substances, microbes, and cancer cells in a process called phagocytosis.
Lymph Nodes
Small, bean-shaped structures that produce and store cells that help fight infection and disease.
Bacteria
Microscopic, single-celled organisms found in diverse environments, capable of causing disease or contributing to health.
- Distinguish between different lymphatic tissues and understand their purposes.
- Absorb information regarding the lymphatic system's role in defending against pathogens and balancing bodily fluids.
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Trinity CrableMay 16, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Macrophages are responsible for actively removing bacteria and debris from the lymph in the sinuses of lymph nodes.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between different lymphatic tissues and understand their purposes.
- Absorb information regarding the lymphatic system's role in defending against pathogens and balancing bodily fluids.