1. What are nephrones?

2. Which blood vessels bring blood to the kidneys?

3. Name the correct order for the formation of urine.

4. Which of the following surrounds the kidney?

a) the medulla
b) the cortex
c) the fibrous capsule

5. Nephrones together with collecting ducts make up………………..?

6. What is the main function/s of kidneys?

7. Which hormone controls the water balance in our body?

8. Each kidney has three main parts. Name them:

9. Name two substances found in the blood plasma which are not found in the urine of a healthy person.

10. Draw a simple diagram of the urinary system, indicating kidneys, ureter, bladder and urethra.

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