As the body breaks down protein, nitrogen wastes are broken down into urea, ammonia, and
a. nitrogen.
b. uric acid.
c. nitrates.
d. creatinine.
D
As proteins break down, nitrogenous wastes—urea, ammonia, and creatinine—are produced.
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