Which of the following contribute(s) to the flow of lymph through lymphatic vessels?

A. The pumping of the heart
B. The milking action of skeletal muscle contraction
C. Pressure changes in the thorax that result from breathing
D. Both b and c


Answer: D. Both b and c

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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