NEET Zoology (general) MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about excretory products and their elimination is correct?
Ammonia is the least toxic form of nitrogenous waste that requires large amounts of water for elimination.
Uric acid is less toxic and can be excreted with minimal water loss compared to ammonia.
Nephridia are the primary excretory structures in vertebrates.
Micturition refers to the process of urine formation in the kidneys.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Statement B is correct because uric acid is indeed less toxic than ammonia and can be excreted with minimal water loss. Statement A is incorrect as ammonia is the most toxic form. Statement C is incorrect as nephridia are primarily found in invertebrates. Statement D is incorrect because micturition refers to the release of urine, not its formation.
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