Excretory System Flashcards

1
Q

What is the functional unit of the kidneys?

A

Nephron

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2
Q

Through which structure is blood filtered?

A

Glomerulus

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3
Q

Which structure transports urine to the bladder?

A

Ureter

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4
Q

Through which structure does urine exit the body?

A

Urethra

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5
Q

Into which structure does filtrate leaving the glomerulus enter?

A

Bowman’s Capsule

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6
Q

Which substances always remain in the blood during filtration?

A

Plasma Proteins and Blood Cells

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7
Q

Which sugar will always be absorbed?

A

Glucose

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8
Q

Where does water absorption take place?

A

Descending Loop of Henle

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9
Q

Where does salt absorption take place?

A

Ascending Loop of Henle

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10
Q

Which chemical forms the basis of urine?

A

Urea

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