Chapter 21.1, Problem 3WDYL

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The mechanisms that are used to assist the movement of lymph through the lymph vessels.

Concept introduction:

The lymphatic system is a part of the circulatory system and immune system that have interconnected lymphatic vessels which contain a clear fluid called lymph. Lymphatic system comprises cells, tissues and other organs which defend our body against infections and disease. The lymphatic vessels also have lymph-a clear fluid which is found outside the cells.