Urinary system Review

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What does dark yellow urine indicate?

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It indicates that urine is too concentrated and the person is dehydrated.

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What is the function of the urinary bladder?

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It stores urine temporarily.

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Why are red blood cells (RBCs) not forced into the glomerulus with the rest of the filtrate?

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They are too large to pass through the pores of the capillary membrane.

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What part of the nephron does Bowman's capsule represent?

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It is the part of the nephron that surrounds the glomerulus and collects filtrate.

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How many kidneys, ureters, urinary bladders, and urethras are in the human body?

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There are two kidneys, two ureters, one urinary bladder, and one urethra.

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What is the primary function of the kidneys?

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The primary function of the kidneys is to filter blood and produce urine.

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What is the role of the ureters?

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Ureters transport urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder.

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What is the process of filtration in the kidneys?

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Filtration is the process where blood is filtered in the glomerulus to form urine.

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What is the significance of the renal pelvis?

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The renal pelvis collects urine from the kidneys before it moves to the ureters.

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What is the difference between the afferent and efferent arterioles?

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Afferent arterioles bring blood to the glomerulus, while efferent arterioles carry blood away from it.