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Malphigian Tubules Flashcards

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What do insects have instead of blood?

A

Hemolymph

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What is hemolymph?

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a fluid that combines characteristics of blood and interstitial fluid

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What do insects have instead of kidneys?

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Malpighian Tubules

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What are Malpighian Tubules?

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Structures that branch off from the alimentary canal and actively uptake nitrogenous wastes and water from the hemolymph

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