|BIOLOGY UNIT B3 Topic 1 Control systems |
|1.1 Be able to demonstrate an understanding that cell metabolism leads to the build-up of waste products in the |
|blood, including carbon dioxide and urea |
|1.2 Know that urea is produced from the breakdown of excess amino acids in the liver and is removed by the |
|kidneys |
|1.3 Be able to describe the structure of the urinary system, including: |
|a) renal artery and vein |
|b) kidneys |
|c) ureters |
|d) bladder |
|e) urethra |
|1.4 Be able to describe possible treatments for kidney failure, including kidney dialysis and organ donation |
|1.5 Be able to describe the structure of a nephron, including: |
|a) glomerulus and Bowman’s capsule |
|b) convoluted tubules |
|c) loop of Henlé |
|d) collecting duct |
|1.6 Be