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Urinary and Reproductive Systems

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What is the functions of the Scrotum   To protect the testes and keep them at a lower temperature  
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What is the function of the cervix   Remains closed to prevent infection getting in. Opens to allow sperm in and the baby to be expelled at parturition  
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Name the parts of a nephron   Glomerulus, Bowmans Capsule, Proximal Convoluted Tubule, Loop of Henle, Distal Convoluted Tubule, Collecting Duct  
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What is the function of the distal convoluted tubule   For fine water and salts balancing  
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What type of epithelium is the bladder composed of, and why   Transitional, this allows the bladder to stretch and return to its normal size again  
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What is the function of the accessory sex glands and what are they   To nourish the sperm, to keep the sperm at the correct PH and to add seminiferous fluid to 'flush' the sperm  
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What is the epidiymus and where is it found   Found on the dorsal aspect of the testicle and this is where sperm is stored and matured  
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What are the 3 layers of the kidney called   Cortex, Medulla and the renal Pelvis  
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What is the function of the fallopian tubes/oviducts   This is the site of fertilisation  
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What is the function of the Bowmans Capsule   It is lined with tiny pores which allow the passage of fluid and small molecules but restricts the passage of larger molecules  
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What is the function of the PCT   Approximately 65% of all resorptive processes take place here: Water and Salts, Glucose, Conc of Nitrogenous waste, secretion of toxins and drugs  
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What is the function of the Loop of Henle   Regulate the concentration and volume of urine. Adjusts the Sodium balance  
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What is the function of the DCT   Final reabsortion of Sodium and Potassium and also regulates the acid/base balance (overall PH)  
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What is the function of the Collecting Duct   Final water and volume adjustments to the urine  
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What are the functions of the testes   To produce sperm and the male sex hormone Testosterone  
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