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Are humans ureotelic?


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Ureotelic

  1. Animals that excrete excess nitrogen from the body in the form of urea in the urine are called ureotelic.
  2. Cartilaginous fish, mammals, and adult amphibians are considered ureotelic.
  3. It is less toxic than ammonia and requires less water so it can be stored for longer durations.
  4. Humans excrete metabolic waste in the form of urea from the body thus called ureotelic organisms.

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