Excretory System

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What is the approximate size of a human kidney?

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About the size of one fist.

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What are the primary functions of the kidneys?

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To remove urea and excess water from the blood.

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What is the name of the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body?

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Urethra.

Front

Where does the urinary tract begin?

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In the kidneys.

Front

True or False: Almost all fluids we drink help us keep hydrated.

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True.

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What waste product do the kidneys help to eliminate from the body?

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Urea.

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

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To transport urine from the kidneys to the bladder.

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What is the function of the bladder in the excretory system?

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To store urine until it is excreted.

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What is the process by which the kidneys filter blood called?

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Filtration.

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What is the significance of maintaining fluid balance in the body?

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It helps regulate blood pressure and ensures proper cellular function.