Human Biology, 14 Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 1-25924-574-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-25924-574-9

Chapter 11 - Section 11.1 - The Urinary System - Check Your Progress - Page 220: 2

Answer

To maintain homeostasis, the kidneys first excrete metabolic wastes, maintain the water-salt and acid-base balance, and secrete hormones.

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To maintain homeostasis, the kidneys first excrete metabolic wastes, maintain the water-salt and acid-base balance, and secrete hormones.
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