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What is osmoregulation?

Posted June 11, 2024


Answer

Osmoregulation is a natural biological process by which organisms regulate the water and electrolyte balance in their body to maintain homeostasis. This process is essential to an organism’s survival as it is instrumental in maintaining a balance between the water and electrolyte levels in the body.  

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