EP PRINCIPLES OF HUM.PHYS.-MOD.MAST.A+P
EP PRINCIPLES OF HUM.PHYS.-MOD.MAST.A+P
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Author: STANFIELD
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Chapter 18, Problem 1E
Summary Introduction

Introduction :

The excretory system consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. The aim of the system is to eliminate waste from the body in form of urine, regulate blood volume and blood pressure, management levels of electrolytes and metabolites, and regulate blood pH scale.

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Answer to Problem 1E

Correct answer :

Option (b) is correct.

Explanation of Solution

Explanation/justification for the correct answer :

Option (b) Bladder. The kidneys are the main organs of the excretory system and it filters the blood to form urine. The urine formed in the kidney is transferred through the ureters, which is a tube-like structure. The ureter carries the urine to the urinary bladder, where the urine is stored before it is released to the external environment through the urethra. Hence, option (b) is correct.

Explanation for incorrect answer :

Option (a) Kidneys: The first function of the urinary organ is the filtration of blood and thereby controls the ionic composition, osmolarity, volume, and pH of plasma. The kidneys are concerned with the elimination of metabolic waste products and any foreign particles from the plasma and they filter it to form urine. The kidneys also produce a hormone known as erythropoietin that assists within the formation of red blood cells. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option (c) Ureter. The ureter is a tube-like structure, which transfers the urine from the kidney to the urinary bladder. It cannot store the urine. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option (d) Urethra: It is a channel like a tube that transports the urine from the bladder to outside of the body. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option (e) Gallbladder: The gall bladder is the site for the storage of bile juices secreted by the liver. The bile juice helps in the digestion of fats. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Conclusion

The urinary bladder is the site of the storage of the urine. Hence, option (b) is correct.

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EP PRINCIPLES OF HUM.PHYS.-MOD.MAST.A+P

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