Episode of Series “Biology program. Unit 4. Physiology”.
The film opens with an analogy between the kidneys and the selective processes by which they eliminate waste from the body, and the machines which select various devices. Laboratory experiments show the properties of semi-permeable membranes which function in the kidneys and allow wastes to pass but restrict the passage of food materials. Content analysis charts demonstrate the difference between glomerular fluid and urine. Factors affecting the rate of urine formation, such as blood sugar content and external factors are also examined.
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ACMI Identifier
323210
Language
English
Subject categories
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Human physiology
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Kidneys
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)