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What is the main function of the excretory system?
What is the main function of the excretory system?
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?
Which organs are specifically considered a part of the excretory system?
Which organs are specifically considered a part of the excretory system?
What is the term used in the narrow sense to refer to the excretory system in humans and other amniotes?
What is the term used in the narrow sense to refer to the excretory system in humans and other amniotes?
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Why is the term 'excretion' not usually used in more formal classifications of anatomy or function?
Why is the term 'excretion' not usually used in more formal classifications of anatomy or function?
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Main Functions of the Excretory System
- The primary function is to remove waste and excess substances from the body to maintain homeostasis.
- It regulates fluid balance, electrolytes, and blood pressure.
Organisms Excreting Waste as Urine
- Most vertebrates, including humans, excrete waste substances primarily in the form of urine.
- Other organisms, such as some amphibians and reptiles, also participate in urine excretion.
Organs of the Excretory System
- Key organs include kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.
- Kidneys filter blood and produce urine through nephrons.
Excretory System in Humans and Amniotes
- The term "urinary system" is specifically used to refer to the excretory system in humans and other amniotes.
Formal Classifications of Anatomy or Function
- The term 'excretion' is less common in formal anatomical classifications as it encompasses both elimination and the physiological processes of metabolism.
- In formal contexts, focus is often placed on specific organs and their roles rather than the process itself.
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Test your knowledge of the excretory system with this quiz! Explore the functions and components involved in removing waste products from the body and maintaining internal balance.
