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What process in the liver converts ammonia into urea?
Options
A Deamination
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B Filtration
C Reabsorption
D Secretion
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Deamination removes the amino group from amino acids, producing ammonia. The liver then converts toxic ammonia into urea through the urea cycle.

Hint

This process removes nitrogen from amino acids, starting the pathway to urea production.

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