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Q · Excretory SystemMedium · 45s
Consider the following statements about the human excretory system: 1. Kidneys help maintain acid-base balance in the body. 2. The structural and functional unit of the kidney is the nephron. Which of the above is/are correct?
TopicExcretory System
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Kidneys not only remove wastes but also regulate pH, ionic balance and water content. The nephron is the basic unit for filtration and reabsorption.
Final Answer: Option C — Both 1 and 2