Overview
The excretory system, primarily involving the kidneys, plays a vital role in maintaining the body's internal environment by filtering blood and removing waste products. The kidneys regulate water balance through a process called osmoregulation, which ensures that the body retains the right amount of...
Key Terms
Example: The kidneys remove excess waste from the bloodstream.
Example: Osmoregulation helps prevent dehydration.
Example: Each kidney contains about a million nephrons.
Example: Urine travels through the ureters before reaching the bladder.
Example: The bladder can hold about 400-600 mL of urine.
Example: Patients with kidney failure often require dialysis.
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Key Concepts
KidneysOsmoregulationNephronsWaste Removal