Vertebrates and Kidney Functions

Which structure in the mammalian kidney is responsible for the formation of filtrate?

What percentage of water is reabsorbed into the blood in the mammalian kidney?

Which of the following substances are reabsorbed into the blood in the mammalian kidney?

What is the basic unit of the mammalian kidney?

What is the function of Bowman's capsule in the mammalian kidney?

Which part of the nephron is the lumen of Bowman's capsule connected to?

What is the main purpose of the mammalian kidney's ability to conserve water?

Which of the following is a key terrestrial adaptation of the mammalian kidney?

Which organ functions in both osmoregulation and excretion in vertebrates and some other chordates?

What is the structure of the kidney in vertebrates and some other chordates?

What is the function of the excretory system?

Which blood vessels are closely associated with the kidney?

What is the main function of osmoregulation?

Which organ is responsible for excreting metabolic waste in vertebrates and some other chordates?

What is the role of the ducts in the excretory system?

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

Kidney Structure and Function

The basic unit of the mammalian kidney is the nephron.
Bowman's capsule is a structure in the mammalian kidney responsible for the formation of filtrate.
The lumen of Bowman's capsule is connected to the proximal convoluted tubule.

Filtration and Reabsorption

Approximately 99% of water is reabsorbed into the blood in the mammalian kidney.
Glucose, amino acids, and ions are reabsorbed into the blood in the mammalian kidney.

Kidney Functions

The main purpose of the mammalian kidney's ability to conserve water is to maintain proper blood pressure and volume.
The kidney's ability to conserve water is a key terrestrial adaptation.
The kidney functions in both osmoregulation and excretion in vertebrates and some other chordates.
The main function of osmoregulation is to maintain proper blood composition and volume.

Excretory System

The excretory system is responsible for removing metabolic waste from the body.
The kidney is the organ responsible for excreting metabolic waste in vertebrates and some other chordates.
The ducts in the excretory system collect and transport waste to be excreted.
The excretory system plays a crucial role in maintaining proper blood composition and volume.

Blood Vessels and Kidney Association

The renal artery and renal vein are closely associated with the kidney.

Non-Excretory System Components

The skin, liver, and lungs are NOT components of the excretory system.

Test your knowledge on vertebrates and their kidney functions in this quiz. Learn about the role of kidneys in osmoregulation and excretion in vertebrates and other chordates. Explore the structure of the kidney and its association with capillaries.