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Which substance is lost from the body of a healthy person by the kidneys, but not by the lungs? Question 16Select one:A.glucoseB.ureaC.waterD.carbon dioxide

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Which substance is lost from the body of a healthy person by the kidneys, but not by the lungs?

Question 16
Select one:

  • A. glucose
  • B. urea
  • C. water
  • D. carbon dioxide
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Solution

The substance that is lost from the body of a healthy person by the kidneys, but not by the lungs, is urea.

Here's why:

A. Glucose - This is not typically excreted by the kidneys in a healthy person. The body uses glucose for energy, and any excess is stored.

B. Urea - This is the correct answer. Urea is a waste product that is produced in the liver, transported in the blood to the kidneys, and excreted in the urine. It is not excreted by the lungs.

C. Water - Both the kidneys and lungs play a role in the excretion of water. The kidneys excrete water as a component of urine, and the lungs excrete water vapor during exhalation.

D. Carbon dioxide - This is excreted by the lungs during exhalation. It is not excreted by the kidneys.

So, the correct answer is B. Urea.

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