Ureters, bladder, & urethra

The location of the kidneys in relationship to the peritoneal lining of the abdominal cavity is referred to as

Long tubes that connect the kidneys to the bladder.

What is structure 3?

Organ that stores and releases urine.

The __________ is responsible for contraction of the urinary bladder during micturition.

Which type of epithelial cells have the ability to change shape so allow the bladder walls to stretch to accommodate urine?

Prevents urine from passing into the urethra, composed of smooth muscle, involuntarily controlled

Why is the external urinary sphincter under conscious control?

Men have a longer urethra than women, which is why they are less likely to get a UTI

The elimination of urine (micturition) is which process?