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study guides lesson 7-13
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the primary function of the nephron? | To filter blood, reabsorb needed substances, and secrete waste to form urine |
| What hormone increases water reabsorption in the kidneys? | Antidiuretic hormone (ADH). |
| Where does gas exchange occur in the respiratory system? | : In the alveoli of the lungs. |
| What is the function of the epiglottis? | : It prevents food from entering the trachea during swallowing. |
| Which digestive organ is responsible for most nutrient absorption? | The small intestine. |
| What hormone is produced by the pancreas to lower blood glucose levels? | Insulin |
| What is the function of lymph nodes? | To filter lymph and house immune cells that attack pathogens. |
| Which blood vessels carry oxygenated blood away from the heart? | Arteries. |
| What structure stores sperm while they mature? | The epididymis. |
| What is the function of bile? | To emulsify fats in the small intestine for easier digestion. |