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Differentiate between.
Ureotelism and Uricotelism
Ureotelism and Uricotelism
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Ureotelism:In animals, the phenomenon of urinary elimination of nitrogen mainly as urea is called ureotelism. It requires less water than ammonia for excretion. Example: humans.
Uricotelism:The phenomenon of elimination of nitrogen mainly as uric acid is known as uricotelism. It is the least toxic and requires the least water. Eg. lizards, birds.
In animals, the phenomenon of urinary elimination of nitrogen mainly as urea is called ureotelism. It requires less water than ammonia for excretion. Example: humans.
Uricotelism:
The phenomenon of elimination of nitrogen mainly as uric acid is known as uricotelism. It is the least toxic and requires the least water. Eg. lizards, birds.
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