Which of the Following Mechanisms Contributes to Osmoregulation in Both

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following mechanisms contributes to osmoregulation in both marine and freshwater bony fish?

• A) gain of water through the gills via osmosis
• B) gain of salt through the gills via active transport
• C) loss of salt through the gills via diffusion
• D) excretion of hyperosmotic urine
• E) gain of water through food

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