Biology 2404  A&P Basics                Lecture Quiz                            Dr. Weis

                                              Urinary System                       

1.  Give four functions of the kidney :

            a)                                                        

            b)

            c)

            d)

2. Name the 5 regions of the nephron and a function for each area :  (2 points)

            a)

            b)

            c)

            d)

            e)

3. Define the following terms as it relates to the urinary system :  (2 points)

            a) micturition

            b) reabsorption

            c) secretion

            d) filtration

4. Name two of the three hormones that come from the juxtglomerular apparatus and give their function.

            a)

            b)

5. Give the normal composition of urine related to the following :   (2 points each)

            a) pH =

            b) color =

            c) specific gravity =

            d) solutes =

6. Give the function for the following :

            a) urethra

            b) ureter

            c) urinary bladder

            d) trigone

7. Name the blood supply associated with the regions of the nephron

Extra Credit :

Define diuretic

Name two substances (solutes) that are NOT normally found in urine

            a)                                                         b)