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What is meant by the term osmoregulation?

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The process by which an organism regulates the water balance in its body and maintains the homeostasis of the body is called osmoregulation. It includes controlling excess water loss or gain and maintaining the fluid balance and the osmotic concentration, that is, the concentration of electrolytes. In humans, the Kidney is the osmoregulatory organ.

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