Question

Urea synthesis occurs in-

• A. Kidney
• B. Liver
• C. Brain
• D. Muscles

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Liver

The correct option is B:

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The liver is where urea is synthesized in mammals.
2. The nitrogen in the amino acid is transformed into ammonia, which is then turned into urea by the liver, which is less hazardous to the body than ammonia.
3. The kidneys will then filter the urea from the bloodstream, transport it to the bladder with water, and expel it as urine.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

1. The kidney removes waste and toxins, as well as excess water, from the bloodstream and excreted them in the urine.

Option C:

1. The brain is in charge of our thoughts, memory, and speech, as well as the movement of our arms and legs and the function of many of our body's organs.

Option D:

1. Muscles help in movement.

Final answer: Urea synthesis occurs in Liver.