Which organ performs the major role in excreting nitrogenous wastes and excess water from the body?
A) Lungs
B) Colon
C) Skin
D) Kidneys

Question

Which organ performs the major role in excreting nitrogenous wastes and excess water from the body?​
A) ​Lungs
B) ​Colon
C) ​Skin
D) ​Kidneys

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The kidneys are responsible for filtering the blood and excreting nitrogenous wastes such as urea, excess water, and other solutes. The other organs listed (lungs, colon, skin) do not play a significant role in excreting nitrogenous wastes.

Which Organ Performs the Major Role in Excreting Nitrogenous Wastes