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SubjectsGeneral ScienceBiologyChapter 9 — Human Body9.3 Excretory & Nervous Systems

Topic 9.3 · General Science · Human Body

Excretory & Nervous Systems

Excretory & Nervous Systems is studied as part of "Human Body" (Biology) in General Science. The organ systems of the human body — digestion, circulation, respiration, excretion, nerves and hormones — are a high-yield biology area.

In the examination context, excretory & nervous systems carries conceptual questions that test both factual recall and analytical understanding. Revise this topic in sequence with the rest of the chapter so that chronological and thematic links are clear.

Important Facts

Lungs
Site of gaseous exchange
Kidney
Filters blood and produces urine
Blood group
ABO and Rh systems
Pancreas
Produces insulin

Key Points

  • Blood group — ABO and Rh systems
  • Pancreas — Produces insulin
  • Lungs — Site of gaseous exchange
  • Kidney — Filters blood and produces urine

Important Names

Frederick BantingKarl LandsteinerCharles Best

Important Dates

1901Landsteiner discovered ABO blood groups
1921Insulin discovered
Exam-Oriented Notes
  • »Insulin regulates blood glucose; deficiency causes diabetes. RBCs carry oxygen via haemoglobin.

Related topics

9.1 Digestive System9.2 Respiratory & Circulatory Systems9.4 Endocrine System & Hormones
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