The Human Body Systems Series – The Excretory System

Grades 6-8. This video describes the functions of the excretory system, which is critical to survival. Covers carbon dioxide, urea, water, water vapor, and salts; and the four organs that make up the excretory system: lungs, kidneys, liver, and skin. This core-curriculum biology DVD explores the excretory system of the human body. This program combines live action with computer animation and graphics to illustrate the various organs and functions of the excretory system. DVD includes an interactive video quiz, student activities, discussion questions, a script, and a set of blackline masters. 17 minutes. Copyright 1997.