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What is the function of the urinary system?

  • Regulates fluid & electrolyte levels in the blood/body (correct)
  • Produces red blood cells
  • Regulates body temperature
  • Aids in digestion

    • Where are the kidneys located?

  • In the pelvic cavity
  • On either side of the vertebral column at the back of the upper abdominal cavity (correct)
  • In the lower abdominal region
  • Behind the peritoneal membrane

    • What is the function of the urethra in males?

  • Transports only semen
  • Transports only urine
  • Transports blood to the bladder
  • Transports both urine and semen (correct)

    • What is the functional unit of the kidney?

    <p>Nephron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the renal pyramids in the kidney?

    <p>Contain the loops and collecting tubules of the nephron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the anatomical term for the hollow muscular sac in the pelvic cavity that serves as a temporary reservoir for urine?

    <p>Urinary bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the ureters?

    <p>Propel urine through wavelike contractions via peristalsis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate capacity of a full bladder?

    <p>1L</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the stopping of urine production or urine output?

    <p>Anuria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the structures included in the urinary system?

    <p>2 Kidneys, 2 Ureters, 1 Bladder, &amp; 1 Urethra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the glomerulus in the nephron?

    <p>Filtration of blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the renal pelvis in the kidney?

    <p>Central collecting area of the kidney</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The kidneys are located in the front of the upper abdominal cavity.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The male urethra is 18-20cm long and transports only urine.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The renal pelvis is the urine collection cavity in the kidney.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The renal pyramids contain the loops and collecting tubules of the nephron.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Each ureter is approximately 30cm in length.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The renal capsule is also known as Bowman’s capsule.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The minor calyces merge to form the renal pelvis.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The urethra is the tube through which the urine exits the bladder and empties out into the rectum.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The urinary bladder is retroperitoneal, meaning it lies behind the peritoneal membrane.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The female urethra transports both urine and semen during ejaculation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the anatomical term for the urine collection cavity in the kidney?

    <p>Renal pelvis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the glomerulus in the nephron?

    <p>Filtration of blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate length of the male urethra and its function?

    <p>18-20cm, transports urine and semen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the renal pyramids in the kidney?

    <p>Contain loops and collecting tubules of the nephron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the stopping of urine production or urine output?

    <p>Anuria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the capacity of a full bladder?

    <p>Approximately 1L</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the ureters?

    <p>Urine propulsion to the bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the anatomical term for the hollow muscular sac in the pelvic cavity that serves as a temporary reservoir for urine?

    <p>Urinary bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the renal pelvis in the kidney?

    <p>Urine collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the peritubular capillaries in the nephron?

    <p>Reabsorption of substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the functional unit of the kidney?

    <p>Nephron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate length of the female urethra and its function?

    <p>3-5cm, transports only urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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