1. Life Science 2.3 The Lymphatic System

2. Objectives: Objectives: Describe the relationship between the lymphatic system and the cardiovascular system. Identify six parts of the lymphatic system, and describe their functions.

3. Vessels of the Lymphatic System Lymphatic system Group of organs and tissues that collect excess fluid and return it to your blood.

4. Lymph capillaries Smallest vessels of the lymphatic system. Lymph The fluid and particles absorbed into lymph capillaries.

5. Other Parts of the Lymphatic System Bone Marrow Soft tissue inside of bones. Where most red and white blood cells, including lymphocytes, are produced. Lymph Nodes Small, bean-shaped masses of tissue that remove pathogens and dead cells from the lymph.

7. Removes damaged red blood cells from circulatory system.

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