Which of the following are nitrogenous wastes?

Ammonia

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Urea

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Uric acid

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All of the above

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Solution

The correct option is D
All of the above

Nitrogenous wastes such as ammonia, urea, and uric acid are formed from digestion of proteins and nucleic acids. These nitrogenous wastes become harmful or toxic if retained inside the body and hence they have to be eliminated with the help of the excretory system.

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