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What is the basic unit of kidney called ? name the chief nitrogenous waste |
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Answer» Answer: The nephron (from Greek νεφρός – nephros, meaning "kidney") is the microscopic structural and functional unit of the kidney. ammonia - the direct waste produced as a byproduct of protein METABOLISM. Produced by all ANIMALS. ... urea - formed in the LIVER from the conversion of ammonia. ... uric acid - in REPTILES and birds uric acid is formed in the liver from the conversion of ammonia. Explanation: SELF explanatory. hope it helps! |
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