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The ___ cleanses _, and in its absence, problems associated with ___ may occur. a. spleen, lymph, oxygen transport b. liver, lymph, infection c. spleen, blood, infection d. spleen, blood, oxygen transport

Name: Problem 5, Chapter 13: Inquiry into Life
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   The _____ cleanses _____, and in its absence, problems
associated with _____ may occur.
 a. spleen, lymph, oxygen transport
 b. liver, lymph, infection
 c. spleen, blood, infection
 d. spleen, blood, oxygen transport

Inquiry into Life

Sylvia S. Mader,… 12th Edition

Chapter 13, Problem 5

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Spleen

The spleen is a secondary lymphoid organ that plays a crucial role in filtering the blood. It removes old and damaged red blood cells, as well as pathogens, and helps in mounting an immune response by providing a site for lymphocyte activation and proliferation.

Blood Filtration

Blood filtration refers to the process by which the blood is cleaned of foreign substances and defective cells. The spleen is one of the primary organs involved in this process, ensuring that circulating blood remains free of waste products, cellular debris, and pathogens.

Infection Susceptibility

Infection susceptibility relates to the increased risk of infections when key immune functions are compromised. The absence or dysfunction of the spleen can lead to a diminished ability to filter blood and mount an effective immune response, thereby elevating the risk of severe infections.

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