BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS
LYMPH NODES
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Question
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What are the tonsils?
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an organ that is in the abdominal cavity
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mass of tissue behind the nose
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2 small masses of lymphatic tissue in the throat
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strengthens the immune system during childhood
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Tonsils are small masses of tissue at the back of the mouth and nose and at the top of the throat. Tonsils have many lymphocytes. The adenoid (pharyngeal tonsil) is a single, small mass of lymphatic tissue in the back of the nose that contains lymphocytes.
Detailed explanation-2: -The tonsils are small masses of secondary lymphoid tissue located in the pharynx.
Detailed explanation-3: -Tonsils are lumps of tissue at the back of the throat. There are two of them, one on each side. Along with the adenoids, tonsils are part of the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system clears away infection and keeps body fluids in balance.
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