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UREOTELIC excretion is characteristic of:
Options
A Most aquatic organisms
B Insects and birds
C Semi-aquatic organisms, amphibians, and mammals
Correct Answer
D Reptiles only
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ureotelic excretion (excreting urea) is characteristic of semi-aquatic organisms, amphibians, and mammals. Urea is less toxic than ammonia and requires moderate water for excretion.

Hint

These animals convert toxic ammonia to urea, which is less toxic and conserves water.

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Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1171 of 2214
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