Lymphatic Structures
What is the name of the structure that produces mature T cells?
Thymus
What is the name of the fluid carried by the lymphatic vessels?
lymph
What type of immunity are you born with?
Innate
What structures are in the upper respiratory tract?
Nose, pharynx, and larynx
What does the respiratory system do for the air we breathe?
Filters, warms, and humidifies it
What are the bean shaped structures scattered through out the lymphatic system?
lymph nodes
What is the purpose of the lymphatic system?
The body's defense and production of WBCs
What type of immunity relies on memory cells?
Specific immunity
What is the name of the protective covering of the air distribution tubes in the respiratory tree?
Mucous blanket
Gas exchanges in the respiratory system take place by what action?
Diffusion
What is the largest lymphatic organ?
Spleen
What makes the lymphatic vessels similar to veins?
They have valves that maintain "one-way" flow of fluids
What type of immunity is the result of unintentional exposure to a causative agent that resulted in an infection?
Natural active immunity
What structure produces mucus in the lining of the respiratory tract?
Goblet cells
What allows the respiratory system to minimize the risk of foreign particles reaching the lungs?
Ciliary escalator
How many tonsils do we have?
3
What direction of flow refers to entering the lymph node?
Afferent
What type of immunity is the result of a vaccination?
Artificial active immunity
What structure is the most important part of inspiration?
The diaphragm
Gas exchange is the primary role of the respiratory system. What is the secondary role?
Removal of acids from the body
Which tonsils are also known as the adenoids?
Pharyngeal tonsils
What is the name of the inflammatory response that results in redness, warmth, swelling and pain?
Chemotaxis
What type of immunity involves the injection of protective material that was developed in another individual's immune system?
Artificial passive immunity
What nerve stimulates the diaphragm?
Phrenic nerve
Co2 leaves the body through the lungs in the form of?