Question

assignment 2 - topic 2: blood and lymph...
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select the correct word in each sentence to make it correct.

1. t cells are produced in (click to select) bone marrow.
2. from here, cells are sent to mature in the (click to select).
3. after maturation, the cells move to lymphoid tissues and (click to select)

(click to select)
thyroid
yellow
thymus
organs
red

Explanation:

• T cells (T lymphocytes) are a type of white blood cell. They are initially produced in the red bone marrow.
• After production in the bone marrow, T - cells travel to the thymus gland to mature. The thymus provides the necessary environment for T - cell maturation, including the development of T - cell receptors and the process of positive and negative selection.
• Once mature, T - cells move to lymphoid tissues (such as lymph nodes, spleen) and other lymphoid organs where they can encounter antigens and carry out their immune functions.

Answer:

1. red
2. thymus
3. organs