What gland in adults is responsible for the maturation of lymphocytes?
A) thyroid
B) thymus
C) pituitary
D) pancreas
B
Explanation:
A) The thyroid gland is not responsible for the maturation of lymphocytes.
C) The pituitary gland is not responsible for the maturation of lymphocytes.
D) The pancreas is not responsible for the maturation of lymphocytes.
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