The only structure that filters lymph and produces lymphocytes is the
A) tonsil
B) spleen
C) lymph node
D) thymus

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Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped structures that contain immune cells called lymphocytes and macrophages. These cells filter lymph (a clear fluid containing white blood cells) as it flows through the node, removing and destroying any foreign substances such as bacteria or cancerous cells. Lymph nodes are an important part of the lymphatic system, which helps to maintain fluid balance and fight infections. The tonsils, spleen, and thymus also play important roles in the immune system, but they do not exclusively filter lymph and produce lymphocytes like the lymph nodes do.

The Only Structure That Filters Lymph and Produces Lymphocytes Is