Cells & Systems Excratory System Flashcards
What does the liver do in the Excratory system?
It converts ammonia into a less harmful substance called urea.
What do the kidneys do in the Excratory system?
They filter the blood, straining out urea, water, and other salts.
What do the nephrons do in the Excratory system?
They are the filtering units of the kidney that remove wastes from the blood and produce urine.
What do the ureters do in the Excratory system?
They are tubes that travel from the kidneys that remove wastes from the blood and produce urine.
What do the sweat glands do in the Excratory system?
They keep you cool and remove excess salt from your blood.
What is the urea in the excratory system?
It is a poisonous substance substance that is converted from highly toxic ammonia by the liver.
