BIOL 1202 Chapter : Biology Chapter 44 Learning Objectives
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Concept 44. 1: osmoregulation balances the uptake and loss of water and solutes: define osmoregulation and excretion, define osmolarity and distinguish among isoosmotic, hyperosmotic, and hypoosmotic solutions, distinguish between osmoregulators and osmoconformers. Concept 44. 2: an animal"s nitrogenous wastes reflect its phylogeny and habitat: describe the production and elimination of ammonia. Explain why ammonia excretion is most common in aquatic species: compare the strategies to eliminate waste as ammonia, urea, or uric acid. Note which animal groups are associated with each process and why a particular strategy is most adaptive for a particular group.
