Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Excretion in humans

Excretion in humans — practice question

In mammals, the lungs and kidneys form part of the excretory system.
(a(i))[2]

Give the name of one substance excreted by the lungs and say where in the body it is produced.

(a(ii))[2]

State the name of one nitrogen-containing excretory substance removed by the kidneys. Explain why it is excreted.

(b(i))[1]

State the name of the structure in the kidney that filters blood.

(b(ii))[2]

State two blood components that are unable to pass through the filter.

(c(i))[3]

Complete the table by giving the letter in Fig. 1.1 that labels each structure.

(c(ii))[1]

State one role of the nucleus.

(c(iii))[1]

State the name of one part of the mammalian body, other than the kidney, that contains cells with microvilli.

(c(iv))[4]

Use Fig. 1.1 to explain how the cells are adapted for absorption.

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