Each kidney has 1 million nephrons. In advanced kidney disease, individuals may only have 30% of their nephrons remaining and function. Based on your knowledge of the functions of the kidney, what impact would this disease have on patients?

The breakdown of fats and lipids by lipase would be an example of chemical digestion.

Which of the following describes a patient diagnosed with acidosis?

Match the hormone to its effect on the urinary system. 

When pepsinogen is exposed to _____, it is converted into pepsin

Bile and Pancreatic enzymes are both essential for the chemical breakdown of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Where do bile and pancreatic juices enter into the digestive tract?

Match the hormone produced by the small intestine to its function in the digestive system.

The male urethra travels through which of the following structures

Humans have voluntary (conscious control) over their urination because of the presence of which anatomical structure?

Which of the following organs do not particiapte in the chemical breakdown of proteins?