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What is the purpose of the urinary system?
What is the purpose of the urinary system?
- Control muscle movement and coordination
- Regulate body temperature and digestion
- Eliminate waste, regulate blood volume and blood pressure, control levels of electrolytes and metabolites, and regulate blood pH (correct)
- Support the immune system and produce hormones
What are the main components of the urinary system?
What are the main components of the urinary system?
- Kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra (correct)
- Heart, lungs, brain, skin
- Liver, stomach, intestines, pancreas
- Kidneys, urethra, intestine, spleen
What is the function of nephrons in the kidneys?
What is the function of nephrons in the kidneys?
- Functional units responsible for filtration and processing of blood (correct)
- Regulate blood volume and blood pressure
- Produce hormones for the body
- Regulate blood sugar levels
How is urine transported from the kidneys to the bladder?
How is urine transported from the kidneys to the bladder?
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How is urine expelled from the body?
How is urine expelled from the body?
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