HUMAN BIOLOGY
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Chapter 11.1, Problem 3CYP
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The effect on homeostasis, if the kidneys are not able to excrete metabolic waste products from the body.

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The kidneys are the major excretory organs of the body. It is a bean-shaped and fist-sized organ that lies in the lower back of the body. A nephron is the histological and functional unit of the kidney. It is a tube-like structure with enlarged terminal ends. It includes Bowman’s capsule, proximal tubules, a loop of Henle and distal tubules. It plays a pivotal role in several homeostatic processes, including the reabsorption of sodium chloride and potassium secretion.

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