Systems Working Together
10th Grade · Science · 30 min
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Learning Objective
I can describe how the circulatory, respiratory, and lymphatic systems work together to maintain homeostasis.
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The lymphatic system supports the cardiovascular system by collecting, filtering, and returning interstitial fluid back into the bloodstream via lymphatic vessels.
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Lymph nodes and other lymphoid organs house antigen-attacking lymphocytes that provide crucial support to the immune system.
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Mucosa-associated lymphoid tissues (MALTs), such as the tonsils and Peyer’s patches, are strategically placed at entry points to sensitive tissues to inspect and remove pathogens.
