Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Which of the following is NOT true about the lymphatic system?
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the vessels of the lymphatic system form a closed loop
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the lymphatic system absorbs excess fluids from the tissue fluid
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the lymphatic vessels can be found within capillary beds
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movement of fluids within is caused by skeletal muscle motion
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lymphatic vessels have a structure similar to veins
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