Animal Excretion Mechanisms

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Which nitrogenous waste is the most toxic form excreted by animals?

  • Uric acid
  • Urea
  • Carbon dioxide
  • Ammonia (correct)

Which nitrogenous waste requires the least amount of water for its elimination?

  • Urea
  • Uric acid (correct)
  • Ammonia
  • Carbon dioxide

Which of the following is NOT a major form of nitrogenous waste excreted by animals?

  • Ammonia
  • Phosphate (correct)
  • Urea
  • Uric acid

Which form of nitrogenous waste has to be partially or totally removed from animals?

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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.

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