Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

25. The Urinary System

Introduction to the Urinary System

Anatomy & Physiology

25. The Urinary System

Introduction to the Urinary System

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Which of the following processes would most likely occur in the kidney?

Secretion of digestive enzymes

Production of bile

Filtration of blood to form urine

Absorption of nutrients

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Understand the primary function of the kidney: The kidney is responsible for filtering blood to remove waste products, excess substances, and toxins, forming urine as a result. It does not perform functions related to digestion or nutrient absorption.

Eliminate incorrect options: Secretion of digestive enzymes is a function of organs like the pancreas and salivary glands, not the kidney. Production of bile is a function of the liver, not the kidney. Absorption of nutrients primarily occurs in the small intestine, not the kidney.

Focus on the correct process: Filtration of blood to form urine is the key function of the kidney. This process occurs in microscopic structures called nephrons, which consist of the glomerulus and tubules.

Break down the filtration process: Blood enters the kidney through the renal artery and flows into the glomerulus, where filtration occurs. Waste products, water, and small molecules pass through the glomerular membrane into the Bowman's capsule, forming the initial filtrate.

Highlight the importance of filtration: Filtration is essential for maintaining homeostasis by regulating fluid balance, electrolyte levels, and removing metabolic waste products like urea and creatinine from the bloodstream.