The Osmoregulatory Process Called Secretion Refers to the ________

question 21

Multiple Choice

The osmoregulatory process called secretion refers to the ________.

• A) reabsorption of nutrients from a filtrate
• B) selective elimination of excess ions and toxins from body fluids
• C) formation of an osmotic gradient along an excretory structure
• D) expulsion of urine from the body

---

Definitions:

Maturity Date

The date on which the principal amount of a loan, bond, or other financial instrument becomes due and payable.

Leap Years

Years that include an extra day (February 29) to keep the calendar year synchronized with the astronomical year.

Leap Years

Years with an extra day (February 29) added to keep the calendar year synchronized with the astronomical year or seasonal year.

Interest Computation

The process of calculating the interest due on a loan, based on the principal, interest rate, and time.