The size of this organ is large at the time of birth,but it gradually shrinks as age increases.

  • A
    Spleen
  • B
    Thymus
  • C
    Tonsils
  • D
    Appendix

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ii. It is made up of four lobes of lymphoid tissue.
iii. It is a prominent gland formed at birth and remains active throughout life.
iv. It is also called temporary gland.
v. It plays an important role in the development of immune system and provides humoral immunity.
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