Biology
Differentiate between :
(a) Ureter and Urethra (function)
(b) Diabetes mellitus and Diabetes insipidus (hormones involved)
(c) Glycosuria and Albuminuria (abnormal constituents)
(d) Diuresis and Uremia (problem)
(e) Malpighian capsule and Loop of Henle (location)
Answer
(a) Difference between Ureter and Urethra (function):
| Property | Ureter | Urethra |
|---|---|---|
| Function | Ureter brings urine from kidneys to urinary bladder. | The urine is intermittently emptied from the urinary bladder to the outside of the body through the urethra. |
(b) Difference between Diabetes mellitus and Diabetes insipidus (hormones involved):
| Property | Diabetes mellitus | Diabetes insipidus |
|---|---|---|
| Hormones involved | Deficiency of insulin | Deficiency of vasopressin or antidiuretic hormone (ADH) |
(c) Difference between Glycosuria and Albuminuria (abnormal constituents):
| Property | Glycosuria | Albuminuria |
|---|---|---|
| Abnormal constituents | Presence of glucose in urine | Presence of Albumin protein in urine. |
(d) Difference between Diuresis and Uremia (problem):
| Property | Diuresis | Uremia |
|---|---|---|
| Problem | Diuresis results in increased production of urine due to less secretion of ADH. | Uremia is the accumulation of high quantities of urea in blood due to inability of the kidneys to filter out wastes. |
(e) Difference between Malpighian capsule and Loop of Henle (location):
| Properties | Malpighian capsule | Loop of Henle |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Beginning of nephron | Between first and second convoluted tubule. |
Related Questions
Write the exact location of each of the following:
(a) Kidney
(b) Uriniferous tubule
(c) Malpighian capsule
(d) Loop of Henle
Define the following terms:
(a) Excretion
(b) Kidney
(c) Micturition
(d) Osmoregulation
Give reason/explain:
Excretion is a necessary process of our body.
Give reason/explain:
Why does the cortex of kidneys shows a 'dotted' appearance?