Q. Which of the following statement is incorrect about the lymph I. Lymph is colourful as it has haemoglobin but no RBC II. The fluid present in the lymphatic system is called lymph III. It contains specialised lymphocytes which are responsible for the immunity of the body IV. Lymph is an important carrier for nutrients and hormones V. Fats are absorbed through the lymph in the lacteals present in the intestinal villi Choose the correct option
A) Only I
B) III and IV
C) II and III
D) Only IV
Explanation
Only I. Lymph can be defined as the blood minus RBCs. Lymph is a clear, colourless fluid similar to plasma, but with less protein. It is a mobile connective tissue like, blood and is formed by the filtration of blood. Microscopic examination of the lymph depicts that it contains a large number of lymphocytes. No blood platelets are present is it Lymph is a colourless fluid containing specialised lymphocytes (B and T cells) which are responsible for the immune response of the body. Lymph is also an important carrier for nutrients and hormones, etc. Fats are absorbed by the lymph in the lacteals present in the intestinal villi
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