Which statement about the lymphatic system is false?
A) The lymphatic system conducts lymph from the lymph capillaries to the thoracic duct, where it enters the circulatory system.
B) Lymph is identical to blood except that it does not contain erythrocytes.
C) Lymphoid capillaries are distributed throughout the body.
D) Lymph is propelled by contraction of skeletal muscles.
E) Lymph nodes are an important part of the defense system that combats infections.

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Lymph is not identical to blood, as it contains fewer proteins and no erythrocytes (red blood cells).

Which Statement About the Lymphatic System Is False