Essential Questions
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How does the respiratory system function to maintain homeostasis?
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How does the urinary/excretory system function to maintain homeostasis?
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How does the body rid itself of waste?
Mastery Objectives
At the end of this unit, students should be able to:
Excretory System a.) Name the organs of the excretory system. b.) State or identify the role of each of the organs of the excretory system. c.) Label diagrams of the excretory system. d.) Explain how the kidneys maintain homeostasis. e.) Explain how diffusion is used to filter the blood. f.) Describe how homeostasis is maintained by machine (dialysis). g.) Name and explain some diseases of the excretory system.
Respiratory System a.) Describe respiration. b.) Identify the structures of the respiratory system. c.) Label diagrams of the respiratory system. d.) Describe gas exchange and breathing. e.) Explain how smoking affects the respiratory system. f.) Identify and explain other diseases or disorders of the respiratory system.