Tuesday, April 15, 2008

The Urinary System Worksheet

What are three functions of the kidneys? Filter all matter from the blood not just waste products. Selectively reabsorbed all substances that the body can make use of. Eliminates waste products in blood in the form of urine.
What is the protective layer around the kidney? peri- renal capsule
What is the outer layer of the kidney? cortex
What is the urine collection system of the kidney? medulla
What is the dilated end of the ureters called? pelvis
What is the function of the bladder? to store the urine
What transports urine in males? Females? urethra. the female urethra does not transport semen and thr lenght is 1.5- 2 ins.

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