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Question 86

Which statements describe the kidneys' selective processing of blood? Select all that apply.

  1. They remove urea from bloodCorrect answer
  2. They remove every dissolved substance
  3. They turn food directly into feces
  4. They retain needed substances selectivelyCorrect answer

Explanation

Kidneys remove urea and other dissolved wastes while conserving substances the body still needs through selective processing. They do not strip every dissolved substance from blood, and their function concerns blood and urine rather than forming feces from food.

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