9 Questions
Which organs are specifically considered a part of the excretory system?
Kidneys and lungs
What is the narrow sense in which the term excretion is used?
To refer to the urinary system only
Why is a serious health condition like kidney failure mentioned in the context?
To emphasize the role of the excretory system in maintaining health
What is the primary function of the excretory system?
Maintaining internal chemical homeostasis
Which of the following is a primary function of excretion?
Eliminating metabolic waste from the body
What are the waste products produced during cellular respiration that need to be removed by excretion?
Carbon dioxide, water, salts, urea, and uric acid
In vertebrates, which organs are primarily responsible for carrying out excretion?
Lungs, kidneys, and skin
How do unicellular organisms primarily discharge waste products?
Directly through the surface of the cell
What respiratory products do green plants excrete?
Carbon dioxide and water
Test your knowledge on the functions and processes of the excretory system, which removes waste products and helps maintain internal chemical balance. This quiz covers the excretory system in various organisms and its role in maintaining homeostasis.
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