Question

State the functions of blood and lymph in case of humans.

Answer 1

Answer:

The lymphatic system has three functions:

• The removal of excess fluids from body tissues. ...
• Absorption of fatty acids and subsequent transport of fat, chyle, to the circulatory system.
• Production of immune cells (such as lymphocytes, monocytes, and antibody producing cells called plasma cells).

Blood

• Transports gases, nutrients, waste, cells and hormones throughout the body.
• Transports O2, CO2, nutrients, hormones, heat and wastes.
• Regulates pH, temperature, water content of cells.
• Protects against blood loss through clotting.