5 - Excretory System
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Practice Questions
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What is the main function of the excretory system?
💡 Hint: Think about what the body does with waste.
Name one organ involved in the excretory system.
💡 Hint: Remember, we talked about key organs today.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the role of the kidneys in the excretory system?
💡 Hint: Consider what organs are involved in urine production.
The process through which waste is filtered out of the blood is called what?
💡 Hint: Recall the function of kidneys.
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If a person's kidneys begin to fail, outline the physiological consequences and preventative measures that can be taken.
💡 Hint: Think about the functions of the kidneys.
Discuss the impact of dehydration on the excretory system's ability to maintain homeostasis.
💡 Hint: Consider how hydration affects bodily functions.
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