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Other than GALT as being diffuse lymphoid tissue, the tonsils are also part of it.
We have 3 types of tonsils, palatine, lingual and pharyngeal. A prominent feature are the tonsilar crypts with increase surface area for immune cells to interact with antigen.
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∙ 13y agoTonsils are lymphoid organs.
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Are tonsils in the respiratory system?
No, they are just glands & have nothing to do with the breathing process.
Which organ system contains tonsils?
lymphatic system.
What tonsils can be found in the oral cavity?
Tonsils, palatine tonsils and Waldeyer's ring. Tonsils are part of the lymphatic (Immune System)
System that exchanges oxygen?
Respiratory System
What is the largest structure in the lymphoid system?
Tonsils
Why are the tonsils important in the lymphatic system?
Adenoids and Tonsils trap harmful microorganisms, so they could not enter the respiratory system.
Why adenoids and tonsils important parts of the lymphatic system?
Adenoids and Tonsils trap harmful microorganisms, so they could not enter the respiratory system.
Are tonsils in the respiratory system?
No, they are just glands & have nothing to do with the breathing process.
How do tonsils and adenoids help protect one's respiratory system?
tonsils and adenoids lay at the back of our throat and they help fight of germs that may be inhaled or eaten
Is oral cavity part of respiratory system?
No, they are not part of the respiratory system. They are analogous to bones and participate in the digestive system by breaking down food into smaller particles.
How do the adenoids and tonsils help protect one's respiratory system?
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How do the tonsils and adenoids help protect one's respiratory system?
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What are Types of tonsils?
Tonsils, palatine tonsils and Waldeyer's ring. Tonsils are part of the lymphatic (Immune System)
Which of these is part of lymphatic system?
Tonsils.
What orgen system are tonsils iin?
Lymph system (as tonsils are comprised of lymphatic tissue).
What is the name for respiratory system?
The respiratory system is the system that handles breathing.
Which organ system contains tonsils?
lymphatic system.
