Question

Which of the following is the correct feature of lymph?

• A. It is similar to the plasma of blood, but is colourless and contains less protein.
• B. It is similar to the WBCs of blood, but is colourless and contains more proteins.
• C. It is similar to the RBCs of blood and red in colour.
• D. It contains more fat​

Answer 1

The correct option is A

It is similar to the plasma of blood, but is colourless and contains less protein.

The correct option is A

Explanation of Correct option:

1. Lymph is the colourless interstitial fluid that is present into the spaces between the cells of tissues from blood capillaries.
2. Most formed elements and larger proteins are left in the blood capillaries.
3. It contains lymphocytes that are responsible for immunity. Lymph carries nutrients and hormones. Digested fat is absorbed through lymph in the intestine.
4. The mineral content of lymph is similar to plasma.

Final answer:

The correct feature of lymph that it is similar to the plasma of blood, but is colourless and contains less protein.