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What is the dual function of excretory systems?
What is the dual function of excretory systems?
- Production of hormones and elimination of excess water
- Breaking down of food particles and absorption of essential nutrients
- Regulation of body temperature and removal of excess nutrients
- Elimination of waste products of metabolism and draining the body of used up components (correct)
In which organisms do most of the waste substances leave the body as urine?
In which organisms do most of the waste substances leave the body as urine?
- Fish and amphibians
- Reptiles and birds
- Humans and other amniotes (correct)
- Insects and arachnids
Which organs are specifically considered a part of the excretory system?
Which organs are specifically considered a part of the excretory system?
- Organs related to digestion
- All major organs of the body
- All organs involved in metabolism
- Only the organs used for excretion (correct)
Where are the kidneys located in humans?
Where are the kidneys located in humans?
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What happens if one or more of the excretory systems break down?
What happens if one or more of the excretory systems break down?
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What is the narrow sense definition of the excretory system?
What is the narrow sense definition of the excretory system?
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In which organisms do most of the waste substances leave the body as urine?
In which organisms do most of the waste substances leave the body as urine?
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What is the consequence of the breakdown of one or more excretory systems?
What is the consequence of the breakdown of one or more excretory systems?
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What is the function of the kidneys in the excretory system?
What is the function of the kidneys in the excretory system?
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Why is the entire organism dependent on the function of the excretory system?
Why is the entire organism dependent on the function of the excretory system?
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