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Which process is responsible for adding nonessential solutes and wastes from the body fluids to the filtrate?
Which process is responsible for adding nonessential solutes and wastes from the body fluids to the filtrate?
- Filtration
- Secretion (correct)
- Reabsorption
- Excretion
What is the key function of filtration in excretory systems?
What is the key function of filtration in excretory systems?
- Reclaiming valuable solutes
- Releasing processed filtrate
- Filtering of body fluids (correct)
- Adding nonessential solutes and wastes
What is the purpose of reabsorption in excretory systems?
What is the purpose of reabsorption in excretory systems?
- Releasing processed filtrate
- Filtering body fluids
- Reclaiming valuable solutes (correct)
- Adding nonessential solutes and wastes
What is the function of secretion in excretory systems?
What is the function of secretion in excretory systems?
What is the purpose of excretion in excretory systems?
What is the purpose of excretion in excretory systems?
What do most animal species produce as a fluid waste in excretory processes?
What do most animal species produce as a fluid waste in excretory processes?
What do transport epithelia rely on in osmoregulation and metabolic waste disposal?
What do transport epithelia rely on in osmoregulation and metabolic waste disposal?
What is the process of refining a filtrate derived from body fluids called?
What is the process of refining a filtrate derived from body fluids called?
What is the function of filtration in excretory systems?
What is the function of filtration in excretory systems?
What is the purpose of reabsorption in excretory systems?
What is the purpose of reabsorption in excretory systems?
Which type of excretory system do flatworms have?
Which type of excretory system do flatworms have?
What are the smallest branches of the protonephridia network called?
What are the smallest branches of the protonephridia network called?
Which excretory system is found in insects and other terrestrial arthropods?
Which excretory system is found in insects and other terrestrial arthropods?
What is the function of Malpighian tubules in insects?
What is the function of Malpighian tubules in insects?
How do insects conserve water in their excretory system?
How do insects conserve water in their excretory system?
What is the process by which water is reabsorbed in the excretory system of insects?
What is the process by which water is reabsorbed in the excretory system of insects?
What is the purpose of the flame bulbs in the excretory system of flatworms?
What is the purpose of the flame bulbs in the excretory system of flatworms?
Which type of waste matter do insects produce in their excretory system?
Which type of waste matter do insects produce in their excretory system?
What is the function of the tubules in the excretory system of flatworms?
What is the function of the tubules in the excretory system of flatworms?
How are nitrogenous wastes removed from hemolymph in the excretory system of insects?
How are nitrogenous wastes removed from hemolymph in the excretory system of insects?
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Excretory Systems
- The process responsible for adding nonessential solutes and wastes from body fluids to the filtrate is reabsorption.
- Filtration in excretory systems removes waste and excess substances from the blood.
Functions of Excretory Systems
- Reabsorption is the process of reclaiming essential nutrients and water back into the bloodstream.
- Secretion is the process of adding waste and excess substances to the filtrate.
- Excretion is the removal of waste and excess substances from the body.
Types of Excretory Systems
- Flatworms have a protonephridia excretory system.
- Insects and other terrestrial arthropods have a Malpighian tubule excretory system.
Malpighian Tubules in Insects
- The function of Malpighian tubules is to remove waste and excess substances from the hemolymph.
- Insects conserve water by reabsorbing it from their excretory system.
- The process of water reabsorption in insects is called antidiuresis.
- Nitrogenous wastes are removed from hemolymph through the Malpighian tubules.
Protonephridia in Flatworms
- The smallest branches of the protonephridia network are called flame bulbs.
- Flame bulbs collect and remove waste and excess substances from the body fluids.
- The function of the tubules in the excretory system of flatworms is to remove waste and excess substances from the body fluids.
Waste Matter
- Insects produce uric acid as a fluid waste in excretory processes.
- Insects conserve water by excreting uric acid, which reduces water loss.
Osmoregulation and Metabolic Waste Disposal
- Transport epithelia rely on osmoregulation and metabolic waste disposal to maintain electrolyte and water balance.
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