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Which is not example of secondry lymphoid organ

A

Appendix

B

Thymus gland

C

Tonsils

D

Peyer's patches of small intestine.

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To determine which of the given options is not an example of a secondary lymphoid organ, we need to understand the difference between primary and secondary lymphoid organs. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Define Lymphoid Organs**: - Lymphoid organs are involved in the immune response and the development of immune cells. They are classified into two categories: primary and secondary lymphoid organs. 2. **Identify Primary Lymphoid Organs**: - Primary lymphoid organs are where the maturation and development of immune cells occur. The main examples of primary lymphoid organs are: - Bone marrow - Thymus gland 3. **Identify Secondary Lymphoid Organs**: - Secondary lymphoid organs are where mature immune cells encounter antigens. Examples include: - Spleen - Tonsils - Mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) - Peyer's patches in the small intestine - Appendix 4. **Analyze the Options**: - **Appendix**: Considered a secondary lymphoid organ. - **Thymus gland**: This is a primary lymphoid organ where T-cells mature. - **Tonsils**: These are secondary lymphoid organs. - **Peyer's patches**: These are also secondary lymphoid organs. 5. **Conclusion**: - The only option that is not a secondary lymphoid organ is the **Thymus gland** (Option B). ### Final Answer: The correct answer is **Thymus gland**. ---
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