What is lymph? State two major functions of lymph.
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Solution
Lymph is a clear, yellowish, slightly alkaline fluid, containing white blood cells in a liquid that resembles blood plasma.
Functions of lymph:
- It helps in the defensive mechanism of the body by killing the foreign body with the help of lymphocytes and making antibodies.
- It transports nutrients from the tissue cells to the blood, through lymphatic vessels.
Concept: Concept of Transportation
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