Which structures in the lymph vessels ensure that lymph flows in one direction? valves lymph nodes ducts lymphocytes

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Alayna Pitts

Biology

13 September, 02:36

Which structures in the lymph vessels ensure that lymph flows in one direction? valves lymph nodes ducts lymphocytes

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Isabella · Answer 1

The correct answer are valves. As lymphnodes become larger and deeper they turn into lymph vessels that develop one-way valves. These valves prevent the back flow of blood throughout the vessel and ensure that the lymph only flows in one direction.