OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
PRIMARY AND SECONDARY LYMPHOID ORGANS
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Question
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What is the function of Tonsils?
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To prevent germs from getting in your mouth
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To prevent germs from getting in your body
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To disinfect
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Your tonsils are two round, fleshy masses in the back of your throat (pharynx). Part of your immune system, your tonsils are like lymph nodes. They help filter out germs that enter through your nose or mouth to protect the rest of your body from infection. Tonsils are also called palatine tonsils or faucial tonsils.
Detailed explanation-2: -Tonsils have the ability to filter microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses. The immune cells present in the tonsils produce antibodies that help destroy the germs and keep throat / lung infections at bay.
Detailed explanation-3: -Proteins called antibodies produced by the immune cells in the tonsils help to kill germs and help to prevent throat and lung infections.
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