GENERAL HISTOLOGY

LIVER PANCREAS

LIVER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How do osmoregulators maintain their internal osmotic condition?
A
Maintain internal conditions that are equal to the osmolarity of their environment
B
Keep their bodies osmolarity constant, regardless of the enviorment
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -There is a constant input of water and electrolytes into the system. While osmoregulation is achieved across membranes within the body, excess electrolytes and wastes are transported to the kidneys and excreted, helping to maintain osmotic balance.

Detailed explanation-2: -Excess electrolytes and wastes that result from osmoregulation are transported to the kidneys and excreted. The process of excretion helps the body maintain osmotic balance.

Detailed explanation-3: -Kidneys help to maintain osmoregulation of the body. Kidneys regulate blood pressure and absorption of ions and essential molecules from the blood.

Detailed explanation-4: -Osmoregulation is the process of maintaining salt and water balance (osmotic balance) across membranes within the body.

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