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in Class 12 by kratos

Uricotelism is found in

(a) mammals and birds

(b) fishes and freshwater protozoans

(c) birds, reptiles and insects

(d) frogs and toads

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Correct Option (b) fishes and freshwater protozoans

Explanation:

The animals which excrete mainly uric acid are uricotelic and this phenomenon is called uricotelism. Uric acid is excreted by terrestrial reptiles (lizard, snakes, etc) birds and insects to conserve water in their body.

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