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Earn 100

The diagram below shows the excretory system of a human being. Study the same and then answer the questions that follow:

(i) Name the parts labeled 1, 2, 3 and 4.
(ii) Give the main function of the parts labeled 5, 6, 7 and 8.
(iii) Name the endocrine gland which could be added in the diagram and state its location position.

Important Questions on Human Excretory System
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Name the knot-like mass of blood capillaries inside the Bowman's capsule.

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Given below is an example of certain structure and their-special functional activity. On a similar pattern complete the following. Example: Eye and vision.
Ureter

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Differentiate between the following pair on the basis of what is mentioned within the brackets. Bowman's capsule and Malpighian capsule (parts included).

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Briefly explain the term-diabetes insipidus.

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Name the organ where urea is produced.

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Identify the odd one out in the set and name the category to which the remaining three belong.

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The given diagram represents a nephron and its blood supply. Study the diagram and answer the following questions:

(i) Label parts 1, 2, 3 and 4.
(ii) State the reason for the high hydrostatic pressure in the glomerulus.
(iii) Name the blood vessel which contains the least amount of urea in this diagram.
(iv) Name the two main stages of urine formation.
(v) Name the part of the nephron which lies in the renal medulla.

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Give the biological/technical terms for:
The hormone increasing reabsorption of water by kidney tubules. (Oxytocin/Antidiuretic hormone)
