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Study Questions Chapter 16,
M. J. Malachowski, Ph.D

Study Questions - Lymphatics, Immunity and Defense



  1. Explain the structure and function of:
    • lymph vessels
    • lacteals
    • lymph nodes and
    • lymph nodules
    • spleen and
    • cisterna chyli

  2. Differentiate between nonspecific and specific immune defenses.
  3. List the immune cells and state how each functions.
  4. List the types of "non-specific" defense against disease; nonspecific immune responses.
  5. Describe the sequence of events in inflammation.
  6. Explain how complement works to destroy microbes.
  7. Define antigen and hapten
  8. What are antigens and antibodies?
    • Describe five ways in which antibodies can destroy or inactivate antigens.
    • Mention two situations in which this protective reaction is inconvenient or even dangerous to the body.

  9. What is meant by "self" and "non-self"?
    • Why is the distinction important?
    • What is meant by "immunological memory"?

  10. What are some "non-specific" defense against disease?
  11. How do vaccinations work?












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