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What is the toxic byproduct of human metabolism that the liver converts into urea?
What is the toxic byproduct of human metabolism that the liver converts into urea?
- Ammonia (correct)
- Water
- Sodium chloride
- Carbon dioxide
Where does urea travel to after leaving the liver through the bloodstream?
Where does urea travel to after leaving the liver through the bloodstream?
- Stomach
- Lungs
- Kidneys (correct)
- Pancreas
What is the basic functional unit of the kidney responsible for filtering out waste products and reabsorbing nutrients?
What is the basic functional unit of the kidney responsible for filtering out waste products and reabsorbing nutrients?
- Renal artery
- Nephron (correct)
- Glomerulus
- Ureter
What is the function of dialysis treatment?
What is the function of dialysis treatment?
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What is the primary role of the kidneys in the excretory system?
What is the primary role of the kidneys in the excretory system?
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How does the bladder signal the need to urinate as it fills with urine?
How does the bladder signal the need to urinate as it fills with urine?
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What happens when the muscular valve at the exit point of the bladder is opened?
What happens when the muscular valve at the exit point of the bladder is opened?
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Why is detoxification important in the human body?
Why is detoxification important in the human body?
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Which organ is responsible for modifying dangerous substances in the body?
Which organ is responsible for modifying dangerous substances in the body?
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What is a common function of the excretory system in animals?
What is a common function of the excretory system in animals?
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