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Which of the following is not a function of the lymphatic system?


Which of the following is not a function of the lymphatic system?

 a. absorption of dietary fats

 b. production and proliferation of lymphocytes

 c. production of erythrocytes

 d. transport excess interstitial fluid back into the blood


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(C)Production of erythrocytes(RBC production) is not a function of lymphatic system.This process takes place in bone marrow.

Function of lymphatic system-
1) Absorption of dietary fibre.
2) Production and poliferation of lymphocytes.
3) Transport excess interstitial fluid back into the blood.

gladiator answered 1 year ago
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