Name the organs that are used for excretion in our body
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Explanation:
Organs of the excretory system include the kidneys, large intestine, skin, and lungs.
Parts of the Human Excretory System:-
Every living organism generates waste in its body and has a mechanism to expel it. In humans, waste generation and disposal are taken care of by the human excretory system. The human excretory system comprises of the following structures:
2 Kidneys
2 Ureters
1 Urinary bladder
1 UrethraOther Excretory Organs
Apart from the above mentioned excretory organs:-
, there are other organs that also perform some form of excretion.
Skin
The skin is the largest organ in the body. Its primary function is to protect the different organs of the body. However, the skin helps in excretion by the way of sweat. The skin eliminates compounds like NaCl, some amount of urea etc.
Lungs
Lungs are the primary respiratory organs and they help take in oxygen and expel carbon dioxide. But, in this process, they also function to eliminate some amount of water in the form of vapour.
Liver
The liver has an important function in excretion. It is said to be the first line of defence when it comes to hormones, fats, alcohol, and drugs. Most drugs undergo a first pass metabolism which occurs in the liver. Few drugs are eliminated directly by the kidneys. The liver is said to play a role in the elimination of excess fats and cholesterol that is essential to the health of the body.
Functions of the Excretory System
The excretory system performs many functions such as:
Helps eliminate waste products such as urea, uric acid ammonia, and other products via urine.
It helps maintain the osmotic level of blood and plasma
It helps maintain the electrolyte balance in the body
And it also helps in the metabolism of those drugs that do not get metabolized in the liver.