Multiple Choice
Lymph contains which of the following components?
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20. The Lymphatic System
Introduction to the Lymphatic System
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Which lymphatic structures trap bacteria in the posterior oral cavity?
A
Palatine tonsils
B
Spleen
C
Thymus
D
Peyer's patches
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Begin by understanding the role of the lymphatic system in the body, which includes trapping and destroying pathogens like bacteria.
Identify the location of the posterior oral cavity, which is the area at the back of the mouth, near the throat.
Consider the lymphatic structures listed: Palatine tonsils, Spleen, Thymus, and Peyer's patches, and their anatomical positions.
Recognize that the Palatine tonsils are located in the posterior oral cavity and are part of the lymphatic system, responsible for trapping bacteria and other pathogens.
Understand that the other structures, such as the Spleen, Thymus, and Peyer's patches, have different functions and locations in the body, not directly related to the posterior oral cavity.
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