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In what three areas of the body are lymph nodes densely clustered?
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Axillary region, inguinal region, cervical region
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What is the function of lymphatic vessels?
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To pick up and return excess tissue fluid (and leaked proteins) to the cardiovascular system
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How do lymphatic vessels resemble veins?
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They are thin walled structures like veins and have valves as well.
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What are the two major functions of lymph nodes?
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Filter the lymph (remove debris) and generate lymphocytes
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What type of lymphocyte is concentrated in the germinal centers?
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B lymphocyte
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Lymph enters lymph nodes via the _____ vessels, and leaves the nodes via _______ vessels.
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Afferent, efferent
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Pleural layer covering the surface of the lung
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Visceral pleura
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Separates the oral cavity from the nasal cavity
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Palate
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Responsible for the production of sound
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Larynx
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Extends from the palate to the epiglottis, common tube for both air and food, Is the site of lingual and palatine tonsils
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Oropharynx
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The opening between the vocal folds
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Glottis
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The structure that ends by dividing into the two main bronchi
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Trachea
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Increases air turbulence in the nasal cavity
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Conchae
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The site of gas exchange between the lungs and pulmonary blood
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Alveolus
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Covers the inlet to the larynx during swallowing
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Epiglottis
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