Question

Lymph contains all of the following components EXCEPT .............

• A. platelets
• B. lymphocytes
• C. antibodies
• D. CO2

Hint:

Lymph contains lymphocytes, antibodies, and CO2 but not platelets, which are only found in blood.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the components of lymph.
Lymph is a clear fluid that circulates in the lymphatic system. It contains lymphocytes, antibodies, and CO2, but it does not contain platelets. Platelets are part of blood, not lymph.
Step 2: Analyzing the options.
(A) platelets: Correct. Platelets are not found in lymph; they are part of blood.
(B) lymphocytes: Incorrect. Lymphocytes are a major component of lymph.
(C) antibodies: Incorrect. Antibodies are present in lymph and help fight infections.
(D) CO2: Incorrect. CO2 is carried by lymph as a waste product of metabolism.
Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct answer is (A) platelets, as they are not a component of lymph.