Questions: Where does the urea produced in the urea cycle get eliminated from the body?

Where does the urea produced in the urea cycle get eliminated from the body?
Transcript text: Where does the urea produced in the urea cycle get eliminated from the body?
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The answer is the third one (or C): Kidneys.

Explanation for each option:

  • Lungs: The lungs are primarily responsible for the exchange of gases, such as oxygen and carbon dioxide, and do not play a role in the elimination of urea.
  • Liver: The liver is where the urea cycle takes place, converting ammonia into urea, but it is not the organ responsible for eliminating urea from the body.
  • Kidneys: The kidneys filter blood to remove waste products, including urea, which is then excreted from the body in the form of urine.
  • Skin: The skin can excrete some waste products through sweat, but it is not the primary route for the elimination of urea.

Summary: Urea produced in the urea cycle is eliminated from the body through the kidneys.

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