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Structure and Function of the Kidneys
How the Kidneys Work (1/3)
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What are the two primary roles of the kidneys?
Waste removal and regulation of
vital substances
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Why are the kidneys important for overall health?
They maintain internal balance by removing
toxins
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What three key processes are involved in kidney function?
Filtration
,
selective reabsorption
, and
hormonal regulation
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What does the filtration process in the kidneys do?
It removes
waste products
and filters useful substances
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What happens during selective reabsorption in the kidneys?
The kidneys reabsorb useful
substances
back into the blood
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How is kidney function regulated hormonally?
Hormones like
ADH
control water reabsorption
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Why is understanding kidney function important?
It helps us understand
body stability
and responses
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