CLASS 7 BIOLOGY EXCRETORY SYSTEM

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What is the process of removing waste products from the body called?

  • Respiration
  • Circulation
  • Excretion (correct)
  • Digestion

Which gas is excreted by the lungs?

  • Oxygen
  • Hydrogen
  • Carbon dioxide (correct)
  • Nitrogen

Which of the following does the skin excrete?

  • Bile and vitamins
  • Undigested food
  • Carbon dioxide and oxygen
  • Urea, salt and excess water (correct)

Which organ excretes feces?

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

Which of the following is a nitrogenous waste excreted by the kidneys?

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

Which organ removes drugs and bile pigments from the blood?

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

What is the main structural and functional unit of the kidney?

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

What percentage of urine is water?

<p>95% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure carries urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder?

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

Where is urine stored before it is expelled from the body?

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

Through which structure is urine expelled from the body?

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

What is the filtering unit within the nephron called?

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

What useful substances are reabsorbed by the tubules of the nephrons?

<p>Sugar and sodium ions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of expelling urine called?

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

Which of the following is a common symptom of a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)?

<p>Strong and frequent urge to urinate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Kidney stones are crystal-forming substances such as:

<p>Calcium oxalate, calcium phosphate and uric acid (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of regulating salt and water concentration in the blood called?

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

In diabetes, what is excreted through urine in excess?

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

What is the function of dialysis or an artificial kidney?

<p>To filter and clean the blood (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a part of the excretory system?

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

Which of the following processes is directly responsible for removing carbon dioxide from the body?

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

The skin contributes to excretion by eliminating which combination of substances?

<p>Urea, excess water, and salts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these organs primarily functions to remove drugs, vitamins, and bile pigments from the bloodstream?

<p>Liver (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the excretion of metabolic waste products essential for living organisms?

<p>To maintain a stable internal environment and prevent toxicity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents the correct sequence of organs involved in urine formation and elimination?

<p>Kidney → Ureter → Bladder → Urethra (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the glomerulus within the nephron?

<p>Filtering waste products from the blood (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the reabsorption of glucose in the kidney tubules important?

<p>To prevent the loss of a valuable energy source (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a patient's urine analysis reveals a high concentration of glucose, which condition might this indicate?

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

The primary function of osmoregulation in the kidneys is to:

<p>Regulate the levels of water and salts in the blood (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is dialysis used for in patients with kidney failure?

<p>To filter waste products from the blood (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do kidney stones typically cause pain?

<p>By blocking the flow of urine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic is commonly associated with urine affected by a urinary tract infection (UTI)?

<p>Cloudy and strong-smelling (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of urine is present in the lowest percentage?

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

In addition to the kidneys, which other organ plays a role in maintaining fluid balance and eliminating excess salts from the body?

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

What distinguishes the role of the ureters from that of the urethra in the urinary system?

<p>Ureters carry urine to the bladder; the urethra expels urine from the body. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would be the likely effect on urine production if the kidneys failed to reabsorb sodium ions?

<p>Urine volume would increase, leading to dehydration. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are water-soluble vitamins like B and C excreted in urine when consumed in excess?

<p>The body cannot store them. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the functional significance of the high pressure within the glomerulus?

<p>It enhances the filtration of waste from the blood. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the length of the urethra differ between males and females, and why is this difference significant?

<p>The urethra is longer in males, offering more protection against bacterial infections. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the Kidney's 'help' maintain homeostasis, and why is this important?

<p>By excreting excess water, urea and uric acid; which can be toxic in high concentrations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the kidneys fail to reabsorb sufficient water, but continue to filter waste, what direct effect would this have on the composition of urine?

<p>Urine would become more diluted with excess water. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Two patients present with kidney stones. Patient A's stones are composed of calcium oxalate, while Patient B's stones are composed of uric acid. Assuming no other underlying conditions, which patient is more likely to also have a history of gout?

<p>Patient B, as uric acid stones and gout share a common metabolic pathway. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A patient is diagnosed with diabetes. Beyond increased glucose in the urine, what other change involving kidney function is most likely to occur over time if the diabetes is poorly managed?

<p>Damage to the nephrons, leading to reduced kidney function. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a drug inhibits the reabsorption of sodium ions in the kidney tubules, which of the following indirect effects is most likely to occur?

<p>Increased urine volume due to decreased water reabsorption following sodium. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A researcher is studying the impact of a novel diuretic drug on kidney function. Which specific measurement would provide the most direct indication of the drug's effect on the glomerular filtration rate (GFR)?

<p>Clearance rate of creatinine in the urine. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A patient with advanced kidney disease has been advised to restrict their protein intake to manage their symptoms. What is the primary reason for this dietary recommendation?

<p>To minimize the production of nitrogenous wastes, such as urea, which the kidneys struggle to excrete. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario where the efferent arteriole of a glomerulus becomes constricted, how would this impact the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) and Bowman's capsule hydrostatic pressure?

<p>GFR would increase, and Bowman's capsule hydrostatic pressure would increase. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person is experiencing metabolic alkalosis. How would the kidneys likely respond to help restore acid-base balance in the body?

<p>By excreting more bicarbonate ions and retaining more hydrogen ions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Someone who has liver failure may accumulate excess ammonia in their blood. How does this directly affect the kidneys' function in nitrogenous waste excretion?

<p>It impairs the kidney's ability to excrete urea, leading to further buildup. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A marathon runner collapses after a race and is diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown). How might this condition acutely impact kidney function?

<p>Release of muscle proteins that can cause kidney damage and potential failure. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What feedback mechanism is activated when the body experiences a significant increase in osmolarity (concentration of solutes) due to dehydration?

<p>Increased sensation of thirst and increased ADH secretion. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the use of ACE inhibitors (drugs that block the action of angiotensin-converting enzyme) affect kidney function, particularly in individuals with hypertension or heart failure?

<p>They reduce angiotensin II production, decreasing aldosterone release and promoting sodium and water excretion. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During a prolonged period of starvation, the body breaks down muscle tissue for energy. How does this catabolic state affect urea production and excretion by the kidneys?

<p>Urea production increases as amino acids are deaminated, leading to increased nitrogenous waste. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) of a nephron is damaged, what critical function of the kidney would be most directly impaired?

<p>Reabsorption of glucose, amino acids, and most of the filtered bicarbonate. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A patient presents with hyperaldosteronism (excessive aldosterone secretion). How will this condition primarily affect the composition and volume of urine?

<p>Increased potassium excretion and increased sodium reabsorption, leading to low urine volume. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person living in a desert environment is likely to have hormonal adjustments that minimize water loss. Which hormonal changes would be most adaptive in this situation?

<p>Decreased ANP, increased ADH, increased aldosterone. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the loop of Henle were completely non-functional, how would this directly impact the kidney's ability to produce concentrated urine?

<p>Urine concentration would decrease as the medullary gradient cannot be established. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of kidney physiology, what is the primary functional significance of the countercurrent multiplier system in the loop of Henle?

<p>To establish a concentration gradient in the renal medulla, enabling the production of concentrated urine. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How would a significant increase in the levels of atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) affect sodium and water balance in the body?

<p>Decrease sodium and water retention, leading to decreased blood volume (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A new drug is developed that selectively blocks the Na+/K+/2Cl- symporter in the ascending limb of the loop of Henle. What effect would this drug likely have on urine concentration and electrolyte balance?

<p>Decreased urine concentration and potassium loss (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Excretion is the process of removing waste products from the body.

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

Lungs excrete carbon dioxide and water vapor produced during digestion.

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

The liver excretes urea, salt, and excess water through sweat glands.

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

The large intestine excretes feces through the anus.

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

Kidneys excrete urea and nitrogen in urine.

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

The liver removes drugs, vitamins, and bile pigments from the blood.

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

Urea and uric acid are nitrogenous wastes produced by the breakdown of carbohydrates.

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

Water-soluble vitamins like B, C, and K are stored in the body.

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

The excretory system includes kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra.

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

Nephrons are the structural and functional units of the liver.

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

Urine is composed of 95% water, 2.5% urea, and 2.5% other waste products.

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

Ureters carry urine from the urinary bladder to the kidneys.

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

The glomerulus is a filter located within the nephron.

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

UTI is caused by viruses entering the urinary tract.

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

Dialysis is used when the kidneys fail to filter blood efficiently.

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

The primary function of the excretory system is to remove waste products and maintain homeostasis, including water and salt balance.

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

The large intestine is the primary organ responsible for filtering urea and nitrogenous wastes from the bloodstream in humans.

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

Uric acid is produced during the breakdown of amino acids in the liver, making it a nitrogenous waste excreted by the kidneys.

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

The main components of urine are 50% water, 40% urea, and 10% waste products.

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

Nephrons reabsorb useful substances like carbon dioxide, potassium ions, and proteins back into the bloodstream after filtration.

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

The glomerulus, located within Bowman's capsule, uses high pressure to filter waste substances and useful molecules from the blood into the tubules.

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

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are typically caused by viral infections, leading to symptoms like fever and muscle aches.

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

The accumulation of crystal-forming substances, like calcium oxalate, exclusively leads to bladder stones, not kidney stones.

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

Dialysis is a procedure that helps maintain constant salt and water concentrations in the body when kidneys fail, but it doesn't filter the blood.

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

Unlike water-soluble vitamins, excess amounts of fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, and E are readily excreted in urine, preventing their buildup in the body.

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

The urethra is longer in females than in males, which contributes to a lower incidence of urinary tract infections in women.

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

Osmoregulation, performed by the kidneys, involves regulating sugar levels in the blood to prevent diabetes.

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

Bile pigments, produced in the kidneys, are degraded and then excreted through the feces.

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

The urinary bladder propels urine to the outside of the body through a tube called the ureter.

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

Individuals with diabetes will excrete excess sugar through their sweat glands to maintain a stable blood sugar level.

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

The primary function of the excretory system is to facilitate nutrient absorption, rather than waste removal, from the body.

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

The large intestine primarily excretes carbon dioxide and water vapor while the lungs excrete feces.

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

The purpose of the excretory system is to maintain equilibrium within the body despite external changes; this regulatory process is known as homeostasis.

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

Bile pigments are synthesized within the kidneys and subsequently transported to the liver for degradation and excretion through urine.

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

Nephrons facilitate the reabsorption of waste products, ensuring their efficient elimination from the bloodstream.

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

The glomerulus uses active transport to selectively filter waste substances from the blood based on molecular size and charge.

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

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are primarily caused by viral pathogens.

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

Kidney stones exclusively consist of calcium phosphate.

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

In individuals with diabetes, the kidneys compensate for elevated blood sugar levels by synthesizing insulin.

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

Dialysis fully restores normal kidney function, eliminating the need for lifestyle adjustments in patients with renal failure.

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

The process of removing waste products from the body is called ______.

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

The lungs excrete carbon dioxide and water vapor produced during ______.

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

The skin excretes urea, salt, and excess water through ______ glands.

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

The large intestine excretes faeces through the ______.

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

The kidneys excrete urea and nitrogen in ______.

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

The liver removes wastes like drugs, vitamins, and bile pigments from the ______.

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

Urea and uric acid are examples of nitrogenous ______.

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

Bile pigments are produced by the ______ and excreted through urine (after degradation).

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

Excess water-soluble vitamins like B, C, and K are excreted in ______.

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

The excess of salts are expelled from our body through sweat and kidneys in ______.

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

Kidneys are the bean-shaped reddish-brown structures that filter ______.

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

[Blank] are the structural and functional unit of the kidney.

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

Ureters carry urine from the kidneys to the urinary ______.

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

The urinary bladder opens into the ______, through which urine is expelled.

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

Regulating the concentration of salts and water in the blood is called ______.

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

The process of maintaining the concentration of salts and water in the blood by the kidneys is called ______.

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

Within the nephron, the ______ is responsible for the initial filtration of waste substances from the blood due to high pressure.

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

During respiration, the lungs excrete ______ and water vapor as waste products.

<p>carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ are the structural and functional units of the kidney, responsible for removing waste products from the blood.

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

Excess water-soluble vitamins, like vitamins B, C, and K, are expelled from the body via ______.

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

In the event of kidney failure, ______ is used as an artificial means to filter and clean the blood.

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

______ are narrow, long tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder.

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

The skin excretes urea, salt, and excess water through ______ present in it.

<p>sweat glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

A common symptom of a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is a strong and frequent urge to ______.

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

______ are formed when the urine contains more crystal-forming substances such as calcium oxalate, calcium phosphate, and uric acid.

<p>kidney stones</p> Signup and view all the answers

The breakdown of amino acids in the liver leads to the production of nitrogenous wastes such as urea and ______.

<p>uric acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ transports urine from the urinary bladder to the outside of the body.

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

The liver produces ______, whose pigments get degraded and expelled outside through urine, contributing to its color.

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

In individuals with diabetes, the excess sugar in the blood is excreted through ______.

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

The ______ intestine is responsible for the excretion of feces through the anus.

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

The process of regulating salt and water concentration in the blood by the kidneys is called ______.

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

The ______ are the structural and functional units of the kidney, responsible for removing waste products from the blood and regulating water balance.

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

In the context of kidney function, the ______ is a filter within the nephron contained in Bowman's capsule where waste substances are removed from the blood under high pressure.

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

[Blank] is a procedure used when kidneys fail to filter blood efficiently, involving a machine to artificially clean the blood.

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

The excess of water-soluble vitamins, such as B, C, and K, are primarily excreted from the body through ______.

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

The condition known as ______ is characterized by a significant increase in blood sugar levels, leading to excess sugar being excreted through urine.

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

[Blank] or renal calculi are formed when urine contains more crystal-forming substances such as calcium oxalate, calcium phosphate, and uric acid.

<p>kidney stones</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ is a muscular sac in which urine is stored before it is excreted from the body.

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

The ______ is the tube through which urine is expelled from the urinary bladder to the outside of the body.

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

[Blank] is a term for infections caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract, potentially affecting the kidneys, ureter, or urethra.

<p>urinary tract infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one waste product excreted by the lungs.

<p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organ excretes urea, salt, and excess water through sweat?

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

What is the main waste product excreted by the kidneys?

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

Name the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder.

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

What is the function of the urinary bladder?

<p>To store urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the tube through which urine is expelled from the body called?

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

What is the name given to the process of expelling urine?

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

Name a crystal-forming substance that can lead to kidney stones.

<p>Calcium oxalate</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of infection is UTI?

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

What is used to filter and clean the blood when kidneys fail?

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

Which organ removes waste like drugs and bile pigments from the blood?

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

How does the liver contribute to the excretory system?

<p>The liver removes wastes like drugs, vitamins, and bile pigments from the blood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of nephrons in the kidney?

<p>Nephrons filter waste products from the blood and regulate water balance to form urine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the composition of urine.

<p>Urine is composed of 95% water, 2.5% urea, and 2.5% other waste products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main functions of the kidneys in the human body?

<p>The kidneys filter waste from the blood, regulate water balance, and maintain salt concentration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the ureters?

<p>Ureters carry urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the urinary bladder function in the excretory system?

<p>The urinary bladder collects and stores urine until it is expelled from the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the role of skin in excretion.

<p>The skin excretes urea, salt, and excess water through sweat glands.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are nitrogenous wastes and how are they formed?

<p>Nitrogenous wastes include urea and uric acid, formed from the breakdown of amino acids in the liver.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a UTI, and what are its common symptoms?

<p>UTI stands for Urinary Tract Infection; common symptoms include frequent urination, cloudy urine, and pain during urination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are kidney stones formed?

<p>Kidney stones form when urine contains too many crystal-forming substances, such as calcium oxalate and uric acid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the term 'osmoregulation' and why is it important?

<p>Osmoregulation is the process of regulating salt and water concentration in the blood and is important for maintaining internal balance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of kidney function, what occurs during dialysis?

<p>During dialysis, an artificial kidney machine filters and cleans the blood when the kidneys fail.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of reabsorption in nephrons, and which substances are typically reabsorbed?

<p>Reabsorption is the process where useful substances like sugar and sodium ions are returned to the blood from the nephron tubules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is diabetes related to the excretory system?

<p>In diabetes, excess sugar in the blood is excreted through urine due to high blood sugar levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how the nephron's structure is specifically adapted to perform its dual roles in waste removal and nutrient reabsorption within the kidney.

<p>The nephron's glomerulus filters blood under high pressure, separating waste. Its tubules reabsorb essential substances like glucose and amino acids, returning them to the bloodstream. This dual action ensures waste removal and nutrient retention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the homeostatic role of the kidneys beyond waste removal, focusing on how they respond to fluctuations in blood pressure and electrolyte balance.

<p>Kidneys regulate blood pressure by adjusting fluid volume and secreting hormones like renin. They maintain electrolyte balance by controlling the reabsorption and excretion of ions like sodium, potassium, and calcium, ensuring proper cellular function and nerve signaling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a patient's urine sample shows a high concentration of protein, what specific part of the nephron might be damaged, and how would this damage lead to proteinuria?

<p>Damage to the glomerulus, the nephron's filtration unit, can cause proteinuria. A compromised glomerulus allows larger molecules like proteins to pass through into the filtrate, which are then excreted in the urine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Compare and contrast the mechanisms by which the kidney and the lungs contribute to the excretion of waste products from the body.

<p>The kidneys filter blood to remove nitrogenous wastes like urea, excreting them in urine, while the lungs expel gaseous wastes (carbon dioxide) produced during respiration. Kidneys regulate fluid and electrolyte balance, but lungs primarily focus on gas exchange.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what ways does kidney function change in response to dehydration, and how do these changes help the body conserve water?

<p>In dehydration, kidneys increase water reabsorption, resulting in more concentrated urine. They release antidiuretic hormone (ADH), which enhances water reabsorption in the collecting ducts, reducing urine volume and conserving water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the process of dialysis. What aspects of kidney function does it replicate, and what limitations does it have compared to a healthy, functioning kidney?

<p>Dialysis filters blood to remove waste products and excess fluids, mimicking the kidney's filtration function. It does not replicate the kidney's hormonal functions or fine-tuned electrolyte balance, requiring strict dietary and fluid management.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the body maintain the balance of salt and water concentration, and what is this process called?

<p>The body maintains salt and water balance through a process called osmoregulation. The kidneys play a central role, adjusting water reabsorption and salt excretion based on hormonal signals like ADH and aldosterone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe how diabetes can lead to kidney damage, and what specific structural changes occur in the kidneys of individuals with long-term, uncontrolled diabetes.

<p>In diabetes, high blood sugar levels damage kidney blood vessels, increasing filtration pressure and causing nephron damage. Over time, this leads to glomerulosclerosis, reducing kidney function and potentially causing kidney failure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how a urinary tract infection (UTI) can ascend from the urethra to the kidneys, and what potential complications can arise if the infection is not treated promptly.

<p>Bacteria can ascend from the urethra to the bladder and then to the kidneys, causing a UTI. Untreated infections can lead to kidney damage, scarring, and potentially life-threatening sepsis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Discuss the factors that contribute to the formation of kidney stones and explain why some individuals are more prone to developing them than others.

<p>Factors include dehydration, diet high in oxalate or salt, urinary tract infections, and metabolic disorders. Genetic predisposition and certain medical conditions also increase the risk of kidney stone formation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Excretion

The process of removing harmful and unwanted metabolic wastes from the body.

Lungs (Excretion)

Organs responsible for excreting carbon dioxide and water vapor during respiration.

Skin (Excretion)

Organ responsible for excreting urea, salt, and excess water through sweat glands.

Large Intestine (Excretion)

Organ responsible for excreting feces through the anus.

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Kidneys (Excretion)

Organs responsible for excreting urea and nitrogen in urine.

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Liver (Excretion)

Organ responsible for removing wastes like drugs, vitamins, and bile pigments from the blood.

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Urea and Uric Acid

Nitrogenous wastes produced by the breakdown of amino acids, excreted through the kidneys.

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Urinary Tract Components

Organs of the excretory system: kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra.

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Nephrons

Structural and functional units of the kidney that remove waste products from the blood and regulate water balance.

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Ureters

Tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder.

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Urinary Bladder

A muscular sac that stores urine before it is expelled.

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Urethra

The tube through which urine is expelled from the body.

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Glomerulus

Filtering unit within the nephron where waste substances are removed from the blood.

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Urination

The process of expelling urine to the outside.

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Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Infection caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract.

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Kidney Stone

Formed when urine contains too many crystal-forming substances like calcium oxalate and uric acid.

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Osmoregulation

The process of regulating salt and water concentration in the blood.

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Diabetes

A condition in which the sugar level in blood increases significantly, with excess sugar excreted through urine.

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Dialysis

A machine used to filter and clean the blood when the kidneys fail.

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Urine Composition

Liquid waste containing 95% water, 2.5% urea, and 2.5% other waste products, formed in the kidneys.

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Bowman's Capsule

Cup-like structure in the nephron containing the glomerulus, where filtration begins.

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Kidney Failure

A condition where one or both kidneys fail to filter blood efficiently, leading to waste accumulation.

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Tubular Reabsorption

Reabsorption of useful substances like sugar and sodium ions back into the blood by nephron tubules.

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Vitamin Excretion

Excess water-soluble vitamins (B, C, K) expelled from the body through urine.

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Extra Salts Excretion

Excess salts are expelled through sweat and kidneys.

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Kidneys

Reddish-brown, bean-shaped organs located above the waist, responsible for filtering blood and producing urine.

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Urine

Waste materials collected in the kidney after filtration from the blood.

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Nephron Function

Tiny filtering units in the kidneys responsible for blood filtration.

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Re-absorption

The process of useful substances being reabsorbed from the filtrate back into the blood.

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UTI Symptoms

Cloudy, bloody, or strong-smelling urine and pain/burning during urination.

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Kidney Role

Regulates salt and water concentrations in the blood.

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Diabetes and Urine

Excess sugar is excreted through urine.

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Artificial kidney or Dialysis

Procedure using a machine to filter and clean the blood artificially.

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Renal Calculi

A condition characterized by the presence of crystal-forming substances like calcium oxalate, calcium phosphate, and uric acid in the urine.

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Artificial Kidney

A procedure for filtering and cleaning the blood artificially using a machine, serving as a substitute for kidney function.

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Glomerular Filtration

High pressure helps to remove the waste substances from the blood which is carried as fluid waste into the tubules.

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Kidney Stone Formation

Kidney stones or renal calculi are formed when the urine contains more crystal-forming substances – such as calcium oxalate, calcium phosphate and uric acid

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Bile Pigments Excretion

Bile pigments are waste products that are degraded and eventually removed from the body through urine.

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Kidney and Osmoregulation

The process by which human kidneys regulate the concentration of water and salts in the blood.

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Salts Excretion

Excess salts are expelled through sweat and kidneys in urine, maintaining electrolyte balance.

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Kidney Stone Size

Small stones easily move out of the urinary tract without any surgical treatment, but the larger sized stones need to be removed surgically.

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Blood Entering Nephron

The blood which enters the nephron contains unwanted waste materials along with some useful substances.

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Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Symptoms

Symptoms include a strong, frequent urge to urinate; cloudy, bloody, or strong-smelling urine; and pain or burning sensation while urinating.

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Kidney Location

Located just above the waist on either side of the backbone and are bean-shaped reddish-brown structures.

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Diabetes Type 2

A condition characterized by elevated blood sugar levels, leading to excess sugar excretion in urine.

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Urine Content

The amount of water, urea, and waste products in urine.

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Filtration process of blood

Blood filtration in a nephron.

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Vitamin Outflow

Excess water soluble vitamins expelled via urine.

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Where are kidneys located?

The location that can be found above the waist of either side of the backbone.

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Urethra's role

Tube expelling urine to outside.

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Urea Formation

Nitrogenous wastes from amino acid breakdown, removed by kidneys through urine.

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Salt Balance

Excess mineral salts are removed through sweat and urine to maintain electrolyte balance.

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Nephron Input

Blood enters, waste and useful substances are filtered and useful ones re-absorbed.

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Nephron Structure

A filter called glomerulus contained in a cup-like Bowman’s capsule

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What is Osmoregulation?

The process where the kidneys maintain a stable concentration of salts and water in the blood.

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What is an Artificial Kidney?

Blood-cleaning machine used when kidneys fail.

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What do Kidney Stones do?

Can block urine flow and cause severe abdominal pain.

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What is UTI?

A condition caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract.

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What are Ureters?

The tubes that collect and transport urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder.

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What are the Kidneys?

Bean-shaped organs that filter blood and produce urine.

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What are nephrons?

Location in the kidney with a filter called glomerulus contained in a cup-like Bowman’s capsule and a highly coiled long tubule.

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Ureter Function

Narrow, long tubes that transport urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder.

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Urinary Bladder Function

A bag-like structure that stores urine temporarily before it is eliminated from the body.

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What is Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)?

A condition where bacteria infect the urinary tract, causing symptoms like frequent urination and burning sensation.

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What is Dialysis?

The process where an artificial kidney (dialysis machine) filters and cleanses the blood when the kidneys fail.

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What function does the glomerulus do?

The location within the nephron where high pressure helps filter waste from the blood into the tubules.

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What is a Kidney Stone (renal calculi)?

A condition caused by crystal-forming substances in the urine, which can grow and obstruct the urinary tract.

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What is Osmoregulation mediated by the Kidneys?

The process of balancing the salt and water concentrations in the blood, primarily managed by the kidneys.

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Study Notes

  • Excretion is the removal of harmful and unwanted metabolic wastes from the body.
  • Bodily activities produce waste products such as undigested food, water, carbon dioxide, heat, and urea.
  • Undigested food is a waste product.
  • Waste products like urea can be harmful and toxic if they accumulate in the body.
  • Organisms have unique mechanisms to remove waste products.

Excretion in Humans

  • Lungs excrete carbon dioxide and water vapor produced during respiration.
  • Skin excretes urea, salt, and excess water through sweat glands.
  • The large intestine excretes feces through the anus.
  • Kidneys excrete urea and nitrogen in urine.
  • The liver removes wastes from the blood, including drugs, vitamins, and bile pigments.
  • The excretory system in humans is also called the urinary system.

Excreted Substances

  • Urea and uric acid are nitrogenous wastes from amino acid breakdown in the liver, and they are excreted through the kidneys.
  • Bile pigments are produced by the liver, are degraded, and expelled through urine.
  • Excess water-soluble vitamins (B, C, K) are excreted in urine.
  • Excess salts are expelled through sweat and in urine by the kidneys.

Excretory System Organs

  • A pair of kidneys are part of the excretory system.
  • Ureters are part of the excretory system.
  • The urinary bladder is a component of the excretory system.
  • The urethra is part of the excretory system.
  • The urinary tract includes kidneys, ureter, urinary bladder, and urethra.
  • The urethra is longer in males than in females.

Kidneys

  • Kidneys are bean-shaped, reddish-brown structures located above the waist on either side of the backbone.
  • Kidneys consist of nephrons, which are structural and functional units that remove waste and regulate water balance.
  • Liquid urine, containing 95% water, 2.5% urea, and 2.5% waste products, is formed in the kidneys.

Ureters

  • Ureters are narrow tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder.

Urinary Bladder

  • The urinary bladder is a muscular sac that stores urine and is located at the bottom of the abdomen.
  • Urine passes from the kidneys through the ureters into the bladder.
  • Urine collects and is stored in the urinary bladder.

Urethra

  • The urethra is a tube through which urine is expelled from the body.

Kidney Function

  • Each kidney contains about a million nephrons that filter blood.
  • Each nephron consists of a glomerulus filter inside a Bowman’s capsule, and a coiled tubule ending in a collecting duct.
  • High pressure in the glomerulus removes waste substances from the blood, which becomes urine in the tubules.
  • Nephron tubules reabsorb useful substances like sugar and sodium ions, returning them to the blood.
  • The blood leaving the kidney is purified of wastes but contains necessary substances in the right amounts.
  • The urine formed is sent to the ureters and collects in the urinary bladder before being expelled through the urethra via urination.
  • The process of expelling urine is called urination.
  • Urine contains water, urea, uric acid, and mineral salts.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

  • UTI is caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract.
  • Most bacteria are expelled through urination, but infections can occur in kidneys, ureter, or urethra if bacteria persist.
  • Symptoms include a frequent urge to urinate.
  • Symptoms include cloudy, bloody or strong-smelling urine.
  • Symptoms include pain or a burning sensation during urination.

Kidney Stones

  • Kidney stones are formed when urine contains excess crystal-forming substances like calcium oxalate, calcium phosphate, and uric acid.
  • Kidney stones can be small or up to 2.5 cm in diameter.
  • Small stones may pass without surgery, while large stones may require surgical removal.
  • Kidney stones can cause blood in the urine.
  • Kidney stones can cause severe abdominal pain if they block the ureter.

Osmoregulation

  • Kidneys maintain salt and water concentration in the blood.
  • This process of regulating salt and water concentration is called osmoregulation.

Diabetes

  • Diabetes is a condition marked by high blood sugar levels, with excess sugar being excreted in urine.

Artificial Kidneys

  • Dialysis or artificial kidneys filter and clean the blood when kidneys fail due to injury or infection preventing waste accumulation.
  • Dialysis serves the function of kidneys artificially.

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