Discuss the Function of the Respiratory System

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Essay

Discuss the function of the respiratory system.

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Definitions:

Adenohypophysis

The adenohypophysis is the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland, responsible for releasing several major hormones.

Antidiuretic Hormone

A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that regulates the body's retention of water by increasing the concentration of urine.

Kidney Tubules

A series of tubes in the kidney where urine is formed through the processes of filtration, reabsorption, and secretion.

Intestines

The section of the alimentary canal extending from the stomach to the anus, involved in nutrient absorption and waste processing.