Excretion is the process of removing wastes and excess water from the body. It is an essential process in all living things. It is one of the major ways the human body maintains homeostasis. It also h...Excretion is the process of removing wastes and excess water from the body. It is an essential process in all living things. It is one of the major ways the human body maintains homeostasis. It also helps prevent damage to the body. Wastes include by-products of metabolism, some of which are toxic, and other non-useful materials, such as used up and broken down components.
This page discusses the structural and functional variations of vertebrate kidneys adapted to environmental needs. Freshwater vertebrates excrete excess water for homeostasis, while amphibians adjust ...This page discusses the structural and functional variations of vertebrate kidneys adapted to environmental needs. Freshwater vertebrates excrete excess water for homeostasis, while amphibians adjust filtration for water conservation. Reptiles and birds convert nitrogen wastes to uric acid for reduced water loss, whereas mammals primarily excrete urea with varied efficiency.
