Question

The principal nitrogenous excretory compound in humans is synthesized

• A. In the liver but eliminated mostly through kidneys
• B. In kidneys but eliminated mostly through the liver
• C. In kidneys as well as eliminated by kidneys
• D. In the liver and also eliminated by the same through bile

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

In the liver but eliminated mostly through kidneys

Liver detoxifies and breaks down chemicals, poisons and other toxins that enter the body. Liver transforms ammonia (which is poisonous) into urea. Urea is filtered by the kidney into urine.