Biology - How the Kidneys Work - (Kidneys Part 1/3) #27

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The kidneys are vital for filtering blood, regulating ions, and managing water levels to prevent cell damage, with nephrons selectively reabsorbing essential substances and discarding waste products. The hypothalamus and pituitary gland control water balance by releasing ADH to regulate water reabsorption in the kidneys, forming a negative feedback loop for optimal water balance.

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  • The kidneys filter blood to remove waste and regulate water balance, preventing cell damage by managing excess water through urine production.
  • Nephrons in the kidneys selectively reabsorb essential substances while discarding waste, with the hypothalamus and pituitary gland controlling water balance through ADH release, ensuring optimal water levels are maintained in the body.

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  • What is the primary function of the kidneys?

    Filtration of blood and waste removal.

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Kidneys: Essential for Water Balance and Filtration

  • The kidneys play a crucial role in filtering blood to remove waste products like urea, regulating ions such as sodium and potassium, and managing water levels in the body to prevent cell damage.
  • Water regulation is essential as cells can swell or shrink depending on water levels, with the kidneys primarily responsible for removing excess water through urine to maintain balance.
  • Inside the kidneys, nephrons filter blood through tubules, selectively reabsorbing essential substances like glucose while discarding waste products like urea, with the hypothalamus and pituitary gland regulating water levels through the release of ADH to control water reabsorption in the kidneys, forming a negative feedback loop to maintain optimal water balance in the body.
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