5 Questions
What is the primary function of the urinary system?
To filter waste and excess fluids from the blood
Which organ is responsible for filtering waste and excess fluids from the blood?
Kidneys
What is the term for the muscular tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder?
Ureter
What is the main purpose of the bladder?
To store urine until it is eliminated from the body
What is the term for the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body?
Urethra
Study Notes
Urinary System
- The primary function of the urinary system is to remove waste and excess fluids from the blood.
Key Organs and Their Functions
- The kidneys are responsible for filtering waste and excess fluids from the blood.
- The ureter is the muscular tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
- The main purpose of the bladder is to store urine.
- The urethra is the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body.
Assess your knowledge of the urinary system, including its primary function, organs involved, and the purpose of each component.
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