Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is incorrect?

  1. Lymphatic system takes part in the nutritive process of the body.

  2. Lymphatic system protects the body by killing the germs drained out of the body tissues.

  3. The lymphatic capillaries contain lymphocytes that clean the lymph and protect the body from disease.

  4. The lymphatic system removes waste products from the body.

  5. Lymph flows in one direction, from the body tissues to the heart.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct answer choice as this statement is incorrect. The lymph capillaries are mainly responsible for the absorption of interstitial fluid from the tissues.

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