The document discusses the human excretory system. It contains a multiple choice quiz about the key components and their functions. The kidney filters waste from the blood via nephrons and excretes urine through ureters to the bladder for storage until urination through the urethra. Common conditions involve kidney stones in the ureters or urinary tract infections in the bladder. The excretory system plays an important role in fluid balance and filtering waste from the body.
The document discusses the human excretory system. It contains a multiple choice quiz about the key components and their functions. The kidney filters waste from the blood via nephrons and excretes urine through ureters to the bladder for storage until urination through the urethra. Common conditions involve kidney stones in the ureters or urinary tract infections in the bladder. The excretory system plays an important role in fluid balance and filtering waste from the body.
The document discusses the human excretory system. It contains a multiple choice quiz about the key components and their functions. The kidney filters waste from the blood via nephrons and excretes urine through ureters to the bladder for storage until urination through the urethra. Common conditions involve kidney stones in the ureters or urinary tract infections in the bladder. The excretory system plays an important role in fluid balance and filtering waste from the body.
Year & Course: _________________ Score: __________ MULTIPLE CHOICE INSTRUCTIONS: Circle the best answer for each of the following questions. 1. Which component of the excretory system filters waste and excess substances from the blood? A. Nephron B. Kidney C. Ureter 2. What part of the excretory system carries urine from the kidney to the bladder? A. Nephron B. Kidney C. Ureter 3. Where is urine stored until it is ready to be excreted from the body? A. Nephron B. Kidney C. Bladder 4. What is a common condition involving the formation of solid deposits in the kidney? A. Kidney B. Ureter C. Kidney stones 5. Which part of the excretory system is susceptible to infections that can lead to painful symptoms? A. Ureter B. Urethra C. Bladder 6. What term is used to describe the presence of sugar in the urine, often indicative of diabetes? A. Nephron B. Glycosuria C. Urinary tract infections 7. What is the fundamental structural and functional unit of the kidney responsible for filtration? A. Kidney B. Ureter C. Nephron 8. Which component of the excretory system plays a vital role in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance in the body? A. Bladder B. Kidney C. Nephron 9. Why is it important to care for the excretory system? A It helps with digestion. B It maintains the body's temperature C It filters waste products from the blood 10. Which part of the excretory system serves as the exit point for urine leaving the body? A. Urethra B. Kidney C. Ureter THE EXCRETORY SYSTEM Name: ________________________ Date: __________ Year & Course: _________________ Score: __________
Application: Illustrate the Human Excretory System