4 Questions
Which nitrogenous waste is the most toxic form excreted by animals?
Ammonia
Which nitrogenous waste requires the least amount of water for its elimination?
Uric acid
Which of the following is NOT a major form of nitrogenous waste excreted by animals?
Phosphate
Which form of nitrogenous waste has to be partially or totally removed from animals?
Uric acid
Study Notes
Nitrogenous Waste in Animals
- The most toxic form of nitrogenous waste excreted by animals is ammonia.
- Urea is the type of nitrogenous waste that requires the least amount of water for its elimination.
- Uric acid is NOT a major form of nitrogenous waste excreted by all animals (although it is excreted by some, such as birds and reptiles).
- Ammonia has to be partially or totally removed from animals because of its toxicity.
Learn about the elimination mechanisms of nitrogenous wastes like ammonia, urea, and uric acid in animals. Explore how these substances are removed from the body through metabolic activities or other means.
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