Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Excretion in humans

Excretion in humans — practice question

(a(i))[3]

Describe the process by which urea is formed.

(a(ii))[1]

State which part of the blood carries urea.

(a(iii))[1]

State why urea has to be excreted.

(a(iv))[1]

State the name of the blood vessel that carries blood away from the kidney.

(b)[4]

Describe how the labelled structures in Fig. 4.1 make urine.

(c)[1]

Explain the importance of nitrate ions to plants.

(d)[2]

Suggest two precautions the farmer should take when applying fertiliser so as to lower the chance of eutrophication in the lake.

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