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What is the function of spleen?
Write important role/roles of the following:
Spleen
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Solution
- The spleen is a large lymphatic organ.
- The spleen acts as a blood reservoir in case of
emergency such as haemorrhage, stress, or poisoning. - It produces lymphocytes.
- It destroys worn-out red blood cells (RBCs).
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