Organs of excretion Flashcards
1
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what are the three organs of excretion?
A
Lungs, skin, kidneys
2
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What is the role of the lungs in excretion?
A
The lungs excrete water and carbon dioxide
3
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What is the role of the skin in excretion?
A
The skin excretes water and salts
4
Q
What are the main organs of excretion in humans?
A
These are the main excretory organs in humans.
5
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What is the role of the kidneys in excretion?
A
They excrete water, salts, urea (in the form of urine)
6
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How do the kidneys play a major role in homeostasis?
A
By controlling the amount of water and salts that are excreted, the kidneys play a major role in homeostasis of the fluid and chemical composition of the blood
