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Excretory System Function Quiz

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What is the primary function of the excretory system?

To maintain internal chemical homeostasis (correct)

To regulate body temperature

To facilitate digestion

To support muscle growth

In humans and other amniotes, what substances leave the body as urine?

Exhaled gases

Sweat

Metabolic by-products

Waste products of metabolism (correct)

What is the narrow sense in which the term 'excretory system' is used?

Referring to the digestive system

Referring to the respiratory system

Referring only to the urinary system (correct)

Referring to the circulatory system

Why is the breaking down of one or more excretory systems a serious health condition?

<p>Due to the production of metabolic and other wastes by healthy functioning organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the kidneys located in humans?

<p>On each side of the vertebral column in the abdominal cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Excretory System

The primary function of the excretory system is to remove waste and excess substances from the body.
In humans and other amniotes, the substances that leave the body as urine are waste products, such as urea, salts, and water.
In the narrow sense, the term 'excretory system' refers specifically to the organs and processes involved in removing waste products from the body.
The breaking down of one or more excretory systems is a serious health condition because it can lead to the accumulation of toxic substances in the body, causing harm or even death.
The kidneys are located in the abdominal cavity, one on each side of the spine, in humans.

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Test your knowledge of the excretory system and its important role in maintaining internal chemical balance and removing waste products from the body. Learn about the dual function of excretory systems in eliminating waste products and draining the body of used up components.