Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
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Author: Michael D. Johnson
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Describe in general terms the kidneys' role in maintaining homeostasis.
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- Explain how the kidneys help to maintain the balance of acids and bases in extracellular fluid.arrow_forwardWhich of the following does not contribute to the high salt concentration in the interstitial fluid of the kidney medulla? (a) active transport of sodium from the upper part of the ascending limb (b) diffusion of salt from the ascending limb of the loop of Henle (c) reabsorption of salt from various regions of Bowmans capsule (d) counterflow of fluid through the two limbs of the loop of Henle (e) diffusion of urea out of the collecting ductarrow_forwardExplain how the kidneys function to maintain pH homeostasis.arrow_forward
- Which of the following pathways best describe the structures which urine has to flow through before being excreted out of the body? (Hint: some structures may be omitted, so just make sure the general order is correct) 1-Collecting duct -> bladder -> ureter 2-Collecting duct -> ureter -> bladder -> urethra 3-Collecting duct -> urethra -> bladder -> ureter 4-Major calyx -> minor calyx -> renal pelvis -> urethraarrow_forwardFor each of the following processes, list the structures in the urinary system where they occur Filtration: Secretion: Excretion: Reabsorption:arrow_forwardWhat general body system are the kidneys a part of? Are the kidneys directly-linked to the organ mentioned above (is it a part of that system)?arrow_forward
- Describe the impact of a failure of the kidneys on at least one other organ system.How do other body systems work to restore homeostasis when the kidneys are not working correctly?arrow_forwarddescribe the structure and function of the urinary system include the pathway and the organs.arrow_forwardDifferentiate between the functions of principal cells and the intercalated cells within the kidney.arrow_forward
- From inside to outside, list the three layers of supportive tissue that surround each kidney. Where is the parietal peritoneum in relation to these layers?arrow_forwardIdentify the two distinct regions of the kidney and the components of each.arrow_forward+ 1. Summarize the role of the kidneys in each of the following functions: Adjusting blood volume (and so blood pressure) and the volume of interstitial fluid and lymph Regulating calcium ion levels Stimulating the production of red blood cells (erythropoiesis) Regulating blood pressure Regulating blood glucose levels Adjusting the pH of body fluids Regulating the blood Na* and K levels Regulating blood Cl levels Getting rid of wastes such as urea, ammonia, uric acid, creatinine, urobilin from breakdown of hemoglobin, foreign substances such as drugs and environmental toxinsarrow_forward
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