Author Question: List and briefly describe the components of the lymphatic system. ... (Read 92 times)

jake · **on:** Feb 28, 2019

List and briefly describe the components of the lymphatic system.

Question 2

Splanchnic nerves
A) originate from first-order neurons located in the upper five thoracic segments of the spinal cord.
B) innervate the viscera or internal organs.
C) control sympathetic function of structures in the thorax.
D) connect chain ganglia.
E) are formed of parasympathetic fibers.

ErinKing · **Reply #1 on:** Feb 28, 2019

Answer to Question 1

The lymphatic system consists of (1 ) lymph, a fluid that resembles plasma but contains a much lower concentration of suspended proteins; (2 ) a network of lymphatic vessels, often called lymphatics, which begin in peripheral tissues and end at connections to veins; (3 ) an array of lymphatic tissues and lymphatic organs such as lymph nodes, spleen, and thymus scattered throughout the body; and (4 ) lymphocytes and smaller numbers of phagocytes and other cells such as dendritic cells.

Answer to Question 2

B