Discuss the defenses of the urinary system

What will be an ideal response?


Within the urogenital system, would-be invaders encounter hostile conditions in the acidic urine and acidic vaginal secretions. The urogenital organs also produce sticky mucus, which, like flypaper, entraps small invading particles. Subsequently, the particles are either engulfed by phagocytes or are swept out as the organ empties (for example, they are flushed out with urine flow).

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The bones of the wrist collectively are called the ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Erythrocytes exhibit a limited lifespan due to their inability to synthesize the proteins necessary to repair themselves.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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One example of a multiaxial joint is the ________ joint.

A. proximal radioulnar B. humeroulnar C. atlantoaxial D. humeroscapular E. metatarsophalangeal

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Which bone of the pectoral girdle or upper limb is S-shaped?

A. Scapula B. Radius C. Humerus D. Ulna E. Clavicle

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