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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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The urine produced by earthworm nephridia is composed of:
Options
A Uric acid and bile
B Only water and ammonia
C Water, mineral salts, ammonia, and urea
Correct Answer
D Carbon dioxide and water only
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The urine produced by earthworm nephridia is composed of water, mineral salts, ammonia, and urea. Earthworms excrete both ammonia and urea, reflecting their moist terrestrial environment.

Hint

This fluid contains both nitrogenous wastes and electrolytes, similar to vertebrate urine.

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