Urinary Tract

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What are the main components of the lobes of the kidney?

Back

The lobes of the kidney consist of an outer renal cortex and an inner renal medulla.

Front

How is urine moved down the ureters?

Back

Urine is moved down the ureters by gravity.

Front

What natural process allows the kidneys to control electrolyte balance?

Back

Osmosis allows the kidneys to control electrolyte balance.

Front

What structure in the kidneys is responsible for filtering the blood?

Back

Nephrons are the structures in the kidneys that filter the blood.

Front

What is the pathway for blood leaving the kidneys?

Back

Blood leaves the kidneys through the renal veins.

Front

What is the function of the renal cortex?

Back

The renal cortex contains nephrons and is involved in the filtration of blood.

Front

What role do nephrons play in the urinary system?

Back

Nephrons are the functional units of the kidney that filter blood and produce urine.

Front

What is the significance of the renal medulla?

Back

The renal medulla contains the collecting ducts and is involved in the concentration of urine.

Front

What is peristalsis and how does it relate to the urinary system?

Back

Peristalsis is a series of wave-like muscle contractions that move urine through the ureters.

Front

What is the role of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) in the urinary system?

Back

ADH regulates water balance in the body by controlling the amount of water reabsorbed by the kidneys.