Chapter 15: The Lymphatic System and Immunity
Multiple Choice



1.  

The major components of the lymphatic system include:



2.  

Lymphatic organs found in the lymphatic system include:



3.  

The primary function of the lymphatic system is:



4.  

Lymphocytes that assist in the regulation and coordination of the immune response are:



5.  

Normal lymphocyte populations are maintained through lymphopoiesis in the:



6.  

The largest collection of lymphoid tissue in the body is contained within the:



7.  

Of the following selections, the one that includes only nonspecific defenses is:



8.  

The protective categories that prevent the approach of, deny entrance to, or limit the spread of microorganisms or other environmental hazards are called:



9.  

NK (natural killer) cells sensitive to the presence of abnormal cell membranes are primarily involved with:



10.  

The four general characteristics of specific defenses include:



11.  

The two major ways that the body "carries out" the immune response are:



12.  

A "specific" defense mechanism is always activated by:



13.  

The type of immunity that develops as a result of natural exposure to an antigen in the environment is:



14.  

When an antigen appears, the immune response begins with:



15.  

T-cell activation leads to the formation of cytotoxic T cells and memory T cells that provide:



16.  

Before an antigen can stimulate a lymphocyte, it must first be processed by a:



17.  

An active antibody is shaped like a(n):



18.  

Antibodies may promote inflammation through the stimulation of:



19.  

The antigenic determinant site is the certain portion of the antigen's exposed surface where:



20.  

In order for an antigenic molecule to be a complete antigen, it must:

Note: answer choices in this exercise are randomized.

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