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Claire Gomez
on Dec 13, 2024Verified
Which of the following actions causes lymph to flow through the lymphatic vessels?
A) Gravity
B) The force of the heart's pumping
C) The contraction of the muscles in vessel walls
D) The squeezing action of the skeletal muscles
E) Filtration
Lymphatic Vessels
Thin-walled vessels structured similar to blood vessels, that carry lymph throughout the body, helping to rid the body of toxins and waste.
Lymph
The fluid inside lymphatic vessels.
Skeletal Muscles
Muscles attached to the skeleton that are responsible for voluntary movements and maintaining posture.
- Describe the general defensive strategies the body utilizes to combat pathogens.
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Learning Objectives
- Describe the general defensive strategies the body utilizes to combat pathogens.
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