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SCI221 FINAL
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| what is the main function of the kidneys? | filter blood to remove waste and regulate water, electrolytes, and pH |
| what is the functional unit of the kidney? | the nephron |
| what hromone increases water reabsorption in the kidneys? | ADH |
| what hormone increases water reabsorption? | aldosterone |
| what is the structure that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder? | ureters |
| what structure stores urine? | urinary bladder |
| what ia the normal pH of urine? | 6 |
| what does the process or glucose in urine indicate? | possible diabetes mellitus |
| where does most reabsorption occur in the nephron? | proximal convoluted tubule |
| what is the ANPs function? | it increases urine output by decreasing sodium and water reabsorption |