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By which process can mammals maintain a relatively stable environment in which their cells can function ??   Homeostasis :)  
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Which cells constantly monitor water in the blood ??   Osmoreceptors  
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What does ADH stand for ??   Antidiuretic hormone  
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Where are the receptor cells found ??   Hypothalamus  
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From which gland is ADH released ??   Pituitary gland  
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Where are Na and Cl ions actively transported out of the loop of henle ??   The ascending limb (thicker section)  
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What is Deamination?   When Urea is made from excess amino acids  
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What are the names of the blood vessels which supply the kidneys?   Renal atery/ vein  
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What do PCT and DCT stand for?   Proximal Convoluted Tubule and distal Convoluted Tubule  
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What is the role of a podocyte in ultrafiltration?   It provides support for the membrane with minimum interruption to the filtration  
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What is the difference between a receptor and an effector?   Receptor senses changes in parameter and the effector receives information from the receptor  
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What does ADH stand for?   Antidiuretic hormone  
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What is the toxic substance produced by deamination? This is quickly converted to urea by combination with carbon dioxide.   Ammonia  
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What is the main function of the loop of Henle?   To reabsorb water.  
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How many kidneys do you have?   Two  
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In the PCT, what is pumped out into the blood by active transport using a protein transporter?   sodium ions (Na+)  
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What is the definition of excretion?   the removal of toxic or excess products of metabolism from the body  
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