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Excretion in Humans

ICSE · Class 7 · Biology

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A labeled diagram of the human excretory system, showing the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra, along with major associated blood vessels (aorta, vena cava).
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Topics in Excretion in Humans

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1. Excretion and Excretory Organs

  • Excretion means removal of toxic and unwanted metabolic waste products from the body.
  • Wastes to be removed include urea, uric acid, bile pigments, extra water, extra salts, and extra vitamins.
  • Urea and uric acid are nitrogenous wastes produced from the breakdown of excessive amino acids in the liver.
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2. Human Excretory System

  • The renal excretory system consists of a pair of kidneys, two ureters, a urinary bladder, and a urethra.
  • The kidneys are reddish-brown, bean-shaped organs situated towards the back of the abdomen.
  • Each kidney lies on either side of the backbone at the level of the last two ribs.
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3. Structure of the Kidney and Nephrons

  • The outer darker region of the kidney is called cortex.
  • The inner lighter region of the kidney is called medulla.
  • The medulla drains urine into a funnel-shaped structure called the renal pelvis.
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4. Urine Formation and Osmoregulation

  • Blood enters the kidney through the renal artery.
  • The nephrons filter the blood, remove waste substances, and produce urine.
  • Waste substances removed include excess water, mineral salts, and urea.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Excretion in Humans

ExcretionSubstances to be excretedRenal excretory systemKidneysNephronUrine formationAccessory excretory organsCommon disorders

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What are the important topics in Excretion in Humans for ICSE Class 7 Biology?
Key topics in Excretion in Humans include Overview of Excretion in Humans, Excretion in Humans – Chapter Overview Mind Map, Blood Filtration Process in the Kidney - From Blood to Urine. These are the concepts ICSE Class 7 examiners draw on most — study them first, then practise related questions.
How to score full marks in Excretion in Humans — ICSE Class 7 Biology?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 45 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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