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ZOO 101 The Excretory System Objective Question

Question

Which type of nitrogenous waste is relatively soluble but requires less water for dilution than ammonia?
Options
A Ammonia
B Urea
Correct Answer
C Uric acid
D Amino acids
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ureotelic excretion produces urea, which is relatively soluble but requires less water for dilution than ammonia.

Hint

Mammals and amphibians are ureotelic.

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