GENERAL HISTOLOGY

EXCRETORY SYSTEM

KIDNEY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What organ removes liquid waste from blood?
A
Heart
B
Brain
C
Kidneys
D
Stomach
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The kidneys are 2 bean-shaped organs. They are located below the ribs toward the middle of the back. Their function is to: Remove liquid waste from the blood in the form of urine.

Detailed explanation-2: -The most common waste products are urea and creatinine, but there are many other substances that need to be eliminated. The kidneys act as very efficient filters for ridding the body of waste and toxic substances, and returning vitamins, amino acids, glucose, hormones and other vital substances into the bloodstream.

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