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Assertion :- In fish ammonia is excreted...

Assertion `:-` In fish ammonia is excreted by diffusion through gill surface as ammonium ions.
Reason `:-` Some amount of urea may be retained in the kidney matrix of some animals to maintain a desired osmolarity.

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Assertion: Ammonia is generaiiy excreted by diffusion across body surfaces or through gin surfaces (in fish) as ammonium ions. Reason: Ammonia is readily soiubie in water.

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Assertion: The first step of gas exchange occurs through body surface in some animals. Reason: Body surface or membrane of amphibia is thick in nature.

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Assertion : Urea is excreted out through the kidneys Reason : Urea is a toxic substance.