The Urinary System Carries the Major Burden of Excreting Body

question 18

Multiple Choice

The urinary system carries the major burden of excreting body wastes.Which organ within the system does the actual eliminating?

• A)The bladder
• B)The ureter
• C)The urethra
• D)The kidney
• E)The pancreas

Describe the genetic mechanisms underlying cell division, including the role of proto-oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes in cancer.

Comprehend the cell cycle's stages and their regulation, including checkpoints and the role of external signals.

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Explain the process of DNA replication and its timing within the cell cycle.

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