Human Bio: Urinary System Review

Front

What are the three basic steps of urine formation within the nephrons?

Back

Filtration, Reabsorption, Secretion

Front

What is a secondary function of the kidneys?

Back

Maintain electrolyte and salt levels in the blood

Front

Which organ is responsible for excreting urine?

Back

Kidneys

Front

What is the role of the Loop of Henle in the nephron?

Back

Reabsorption of water and ions

Front

What remains after reabsorption in the nephron?

Back

Urine

Front

Define filtration in the context of the urinary system.

Back

The process of removing waste and excess substances from the blood in the glomerulus.

Front

What is reabsorption in the nephron?

Back

The process of reclaiming water and essential solutes from the filtrate back into the blood.

Front

What is secretion in the nephron?

Back

The process of transferring substances from the blood into the nephron for excretion.

Front

Explain the function of the glomerulus.

Back

A network of capillaries where blood filtration occurs.

Front

What is the primary function of the kidneys?

Back

To filter blood and produce urine.