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What is the primary function of the excretory system?
What is the primary function of the excretory system?
In humans and other amniotes, what substances leave the body as urine?
In humans and other amniotes, what substances leave the body as urine?
What is the narrow sense in which the term 'excretory system' is used?
What is the narrow sense in which the term 'excretory system' is used?
Why is the breaking down of one or more excretory systems a serious health condition?
Why is the breaking down of one or more excretory systems a serious health condition?
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Where are the kidneys located in humans?
Where are the kidneys located in humans?
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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.
