The thymus gland is essential for immunity because it is the site where
Correct answer: A. T lymphocytes mature
- A. T lymphocytes mature
- B. red blood cells are produced
- C. antibodies are stored
- D. platelets are formed
Explanation
Immature lymphocytes from the bone marrow migrate to the thymus, where they learn to distinguish self from non self. This education is why a defective thymus causes severe immune deficiency in childhood.
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