Question

a persons body fails to effectively remove waste products, leading to a buildup of harmful substances. this individual is most likely experiencing impaired function of the______ system. the _____ is a major organ of this body system.

select the correct response:

• excretory, liver
• excretory, spleen
• integumentary, liver
• integumentary, spleen

Explanation:

The excretory system is responsible for removing waste products from the body. The liver is a major organ of this system, as it processes and breaks down harmful substances for elimination. The integumentary system (skin, hair, nails) primarily functions in protection and temperature regulation, not waste removal. The spleen is part of the lymphatic/immune system, focused on blood filtration and immune response, not primary waste excretion.

Answer:

excretory, liver