Question

Which of the following is not a uricotelic organism?

• A. Mammals
• B. Reptiles
• C. Birds
• D. Land snails

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Mammals

• Those organisms which secrete uric acid as a nitrogenous waste are known as uricotelic organisms.

• Some uricotelic organisms are reptiles, birds, land snails, and insects.

• They excrete uric acid in the form of a pellet or paste to conserve water and to reduce the weight of the body because removal of uric acid requires a minimum amount of water.