Q193 / 200 · NEET 2024 · Zoology

Given below are two statements : Statement I : Bone marrow is the main lymphoid organ where all blood cells including lymphocytes are produced. Statement II : Both bone marrow and thymus provide micro environments for the development and maturation of T-lymphocytes. In the light of above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

  • A
    Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
  • B
    Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
  • C
    Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.
  • Correct answer
    D
    Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.

Solution

The correct answer is option no. (4) as both statements I and II are correct. In humans, the bone marrow is the main lymphoid organ where all blood cells including lymphocytes are produced. Both bone-marrow and thymus provide micro-environments for the development and maturation of Tlymphocytes. Options (1), (2) and (3) are incorrect.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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