Consider statements about human excretion: 1. The kidneys regulate blood pressure. 2. Ammonia is the primary nitrogenous waste in humans. 3. The nephron filters blood in the glomerulus. Which are correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Consider statements about human excretion: 1. The kidneys regulate blood pressure. 2. Ammonia is the primary nitrogenous waste in humans. 3. The nephron filters blood in the glomerulus. Which are correct?
A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The kidneys regulate blood pressure via the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system and by controlling fluid volume. The nephron's glomerulus filters blood plasma into Bowman's capsule. Humans are ureotelic, meaning the primary nitrogenous waste excreted is urea, not ammonia (which is highly toxic and excreted by aquatic animals). Thus, statements 1 and 3 are correct.

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Reason (R): Ammonia is highly toxic and requires a large amount of water for excretion, which is available in aquatic environments.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation.
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation.
C. A false, R true.
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Correct Answer: Option A


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Correct Answer: Option B


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