Match each structure or organ of the lymphatic system with its corresponding function or description.
-Duct through which most of the lymph is returned to the blood
A)Tonsils
B)Spleen
C)Lymph node
D)Cisterna chyli
E)Lymph
F)Thoracic duct
G)Thymus
H)Right lymphatic duct
I)Peyer patches
J)Hassall corpuscles
K)Interstitial fluid

Question

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The thoracic duct is the duct through which most of the lymph is returned to the blood.

Answer: H
 The right lymphatic duct drains lymph from the upper right side of the body and returns it to the blood.

Answer: C
 Lymph nodes filter lymph and contain immune cells that help to fight infection.

Answer: D
 The cisterna chyli collects lymph from the lower limbs and abdomen before it is returned to the blood via the thoracic duct.

Answer: E
 Lymph is the fluid that is collected from the tissues and transported by the lymphatic system.

(Note: The other structures listed are also part of the lymphatic system, but they do not match the provided functions/descriptions)

Match Each Structure or Organ of the Lymphatic System with Its