Erittämässä
Erittämässä is a Finnish term that broadly refers to the process of excretion in biological organisms. It encompasses the elimination of waste products from the body. In mammals, this primarily involves the urinary system, where kidneys filter blood to remove metabolic byproducts, excess salts, and water, which are then expelled as urine. The digestive system also plays a role in excretion, as undigested food material, known as feces, is eliminated from the body.
Beyond these major pathways, other excretory functions exist. The skin contributes through sweat glands, which release
The efficiency of erittämässä is crucial for maintaining homeostasis, the stable internal environment necessary for an