Clusters of lymphatic tissue that intercept microorganisms that may enter through the nose and mouth are called
A) lymph nodes
B) tonsils
C) splenic nodules
D) thymus
E) Peyer's patches

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Tonsils are clusters of lymphatic tissue that intercept microorganisms that may enter through the nose and mouth. Lymph nodes filter lymphatic fluid and are located throughout the body. Splenic nodules are found in the spleen and serve a similar function to lymph nodes. The thymus is involved in the development of T cells, a type of immune cell. Peyer's patches are found in the small intestine and also intercept microorganisms. However, the question specifically refers to those found in the nose and mouth, which are tonsils.

Clusters of Lymphatic Tissue That Intercept Microorganisms That May Enter