The Excretory System
Learn about the functions of the excretory system!
Basic Functions
- Collects water and distribute bodily fluids.
- Remove and fixate waste from bodily fluids and distribute other substances to bodily fluids as necessary for homeostasis.
- Remove excretory products.
The other organs.
The Urinary System
Kidney
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https://www.khanacademy.org/science/biology/human-biology/kidney-nephron/v/the-kidney-and-nephron
Liver
The liver will also help break down fats to turn into waste.
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