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Question
The diagram given below represents an organ system in the human body. Study the same and answer the questions that follow :
Label the parts marked 2 and 4. Mention the function of part 5.
Solution
2 = Ureter
4 = Sphincler muscle
Urethra is the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside of the body.
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