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Lymph contains these special type of white blood cells which help in fighting infections.


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lymphocytes

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B

thrombocytes

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C

erythrocytes

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D

none of these

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Solution

The correct option is A

lymphocytes


The correct option is (a).

Explanation of the correct option:

  1. T-cells and another type of lymphocytes B-cells help in fighting against the infection in the body.
  2. B-cells make antibodies and stop the spread of infection.
  3. During infection, germs collect in the lymph nodes.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option B:

Thrombocytes help in the clotting of blood. They are also known as platelets.

Option C:

Erythrocytes help in supplying oxygen to the body. These are also known as red-blood cells.

Final answer: Lymph contains these special type of white blood cells known as lymphocytes which help in fighting infections.


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