GENERAL HISTOLOGY

EXCRETORY SYSTEM

EXCRETORY SYSTEM ALL QUESTIONS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The main function of the excretory system is to rid the body of ____
A
water
B
salt
C
waste
D
minerals
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The excretory system gets rid of noxious and nitrogenous wastes. These nitrogenous waste products, as well as extra salt and water, are eliminated from the body by the excretory system. During cellular respiration, as cells break down carbohydrates, they release water and carbon dioxide as waste.

Detailed explanation-2: -Functions of the Excretory System: The function of the excretory system to remove wastes from the body. These wastes include water, CO2, nitrogen, salts, and heat. Metabolism: The process of the body coverting food into energy.

Detailed explanation-3: -Although the kidneys are the main organs of excretion, several other organs also excrete waste s. They include the large intestine, liver, skin, and lungs. All of these organs of excretion, along with the kidneys, make up the excretory system.

Detailed explanation-4: -The excretory system removes other waste from our body and keeps our blood clean. The kidneys filter the blood and reabsorb useful nutrients. In the kidneys, waste substances and water form urine. The urine goes down tubes called ureters and collects in the bladder.

Detailed explanation-5: -The function of the excretory system is to maintain a constant internal environment, which involves removal from the cells and body fluids (a) carbon dioxide (b) nitrogenous waste (c) toxic materials (d) excess salts, water and heat. These functions are carried out by several different bodily systems.

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