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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 (C)</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 (A)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the ureters?

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

What is the approximate capacity of a full bladder?

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

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

<p>Anuria (A)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the glomerulus in the nephron?

<p>Filtration of blood (D)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Each ureter is approximately 30cm in length.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The minor calyces merge to form the renal pelvis.

<p>False (B)</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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The female urethra transports both urine and semen during ejaculation.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is the function of the glomerulus in the nephron?

<p>Filtration of blood (D)</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 (B)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Anuria (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the capacity of a full bladder?

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

What is the main function of the ureters?

<p>Urine propulsion to the bladder (B)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

<p>Nephron (A)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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