Which of the following statements is NOT correct about the lymphatic system?
A)The lymphatic system protects the body from disease.
B)The lymphatic system returns excess tissue fluid to the bloodstream.
C)The fluid inside lymphatic vessels is called lymph.
D)The lymphatic system absorbs fats at the villi and transports them to the bloodstream.
E)The lymphatic system consists of blood vessels and lymphoid organs.

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All of the other statements are correct about the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system consists of lymphoid organs (like lymph nodes, spleen, and thymus) and lymphatic vessels, which transport lymph fluid.

Which of the Following Statements Is NOT Correct About the Lymphatic