How Do the Lungs Function as a Part of the Excretory

question 46

Multiple Choice

How do the lungs function as a part of the excretory system?

• A) By removing bilirubin
• B) By removing carbon dioxide
• C) By removing salts, lactic acid, and urea
• D) By removing nitrogenous wastes

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Definitions:

Metabolic Alkalosis

A disturbance in the body's acid-base balance, resulting in an increased blood pH.

Hypokalemia

A condition characterized by an abnormally low level of potassium in the blood, which can affect muscle and heart function.

Acute Glomerulonephritis

A condition characterized by the sudden inflammation of the glomeruli, which are small blood vessels in the kidneys, affecting the kidney's ability to filter waste.

Oliguria

A medical condition characterized by the production of abnormally small amounts of urine, often indicating kidney problems.