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Synthesis of urea takes place in:
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The correct option is B Liver
Synthesis of urea takes place in the liver. Nitrogen in the amino acid is converted to ammonia and this is further converted by the liver into urea, which is less toxic to the body compared to ammonia. The kidneys then filter out the urea from the circulation, sends it to the bladder along with water and excretes it in the form of urine.
Synthesis of urea takes place in the liver. Nitrogen in the amino acid is converted to ammonia and this is further converted by the liver into urea, which is less toxic to the body compared to ammonia. The kidneys then filter out the urea from the circulation, sends it to the bladder along with water and excretes it in the form of urine.
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