Which of the following statements regarding the lymphatic system is FALSE?
A) Lymph fluid is similar to blood plasma.
B) The lymphatic vessels contract to move lymphatic fluid.
C) The lymphatic vessels have valves to control the direction of fluid flow.
D) The lymphatic system begins with highly permeable capillaries.
E) Fluid flows through lymph nodes on its way to the bloodstream.
B
Bloom's Taxonomy: Comprehension
Section: Elements of Adaptive Immunity
Learning Outcome: 16.4
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