Zoology-Human Excretory System

NEET Zoology Human Excretory System MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11

Which of the following statements about the human excretory system is correct?

A

Micturition is the process of urine release controlled by neural mechanisms.

B

The average daily urine output in adults is approximately 2 liters.

C

Urine in humans is typically alkaline with a pH of around 7.5.

D

The primary nitrogenous waste excreted by humans is uric acid.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Micturition is indeed the process of urine release, controlled by the micturition reflex, as mentioned in the NCERT context. The average output is around 1 to 1.5 liters, urine is slightly acidic (pH-6.0), and humans primarily excrete urea, not uric acid.

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