What Is the Function of the Shark Rectal Gland

question 9

Multiple Choice

What is the function of the shark rectal gland?

• A) It concentrates electrolytes necessary for homeostasis in a hypertonic environment.
• B) It is involved in osmoregulation.
• C) It secretes a hypotonic solution.
• D) It is responsible for excretion of undigested residue.

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Conflict Theory

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Functionalist Theory

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Power/Knowledge Dynamic

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Foucault

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