Lymphatic System Review
A Grade 9 science worksheet covering the key components and functions of the human lymphatic system.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the diagram of the lymphatic system as needed.
1. What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?
Pumping blood throughout the body
Digesting food and absorbing nutrients
Maintaining fluid balance and immunity
Producing hormones for growth
2. Which of the following is NOT a component of the lymphatic system?
Lymph nodes
Spleen
Heart
Thymus
3. Lymph is formed from that leaks out of blood capillaries.
4. The is a large lymphatic organ located in the upper left abdomen that filters blood and stores lymphocytes.
5. Lymph nodes contain immune cells called that help fight infection.
6. The lymphatic system has its own pump, similar to the heart, to circulate lymph.
True
False
7. Lymphatic vessels are responsible for transporting fats from the digestive system.
True
False
8. Describe the role of lymph nodes in the immune system.
9. Explain how the lymphatic system helps maintain fluid balance in the body.
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