When a dolphin consumes a large volume of water and electrolytes, it must be able to get rid of large volumes of water via urine and feces. This is an example of the process of

A) osmoregulation.
B) convection.
C) thermoregulation.
D) countercurrent heat exchange.


Answer: A

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