The Excretory System
Use the blank human figure
to the left and draw each of
the following organs in their
correct placement.
a. Kidneys
b. Bladder
c. Rectum
d. Large
intestine
e. Urethra
f.
Ureter
Here is a list of additional resources, beyond you textbook, that will assist you in completing your
research. They provide additional facts and details about this system.
Flash card games – Do not always work
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http://quizlet.com/23300374/7th-grade-science-the-excretory-system-flash-cards/
Descriptive Video
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http://www.neok12.com/video/Urinary-System/zX02490458667753634d7351.htm
Slide show
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http://www.slideshare.net/allsaintsscience/8th-grade-ch-4-sec-3-excretory-system
Answer the following questions on the excretory System.
1) Describe what role each organ plays in the system.
a. Kidneys
b. Bladder
c. Urethra
d. Ureter
2) Describe how the excretory system helps to maintain body health.
3) List and describe each step in the function of the excretory system.
4) What other organs can move liquid wastes out of the body?
5) Why is the rectum, which removes unwanted material from the body, not considered part of the
excretory system?
6) Which body system is responsible for informing a person that their bladder is ready to void?
7)
a. What is Dialysis?
b. When does a person need dialysis?
c. Describe the process of Dialysis