The primary function of the lymphatic system is to drain tissue spaces of protein-containing fluid that escapes from the blood capillaries

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True

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The olfactory organ consists of the ________ and the lamina propria

A) olfactory bulb B) olfactory nerve C) olfactory epithelium D) cribriform plate E) olfactory tract

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The liver can be found ________

A) In the right upper quadrant (RUQ) B) In the epigastric region C) In the hypogastric region D) Both A and B

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What are the most plentiful buffers of the body fluids?

a. intracellular and plasma proteins b. fatty acids c. calcium and magnesium d. nucleic acids e. carbonates

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