Which of the following statements about uric acid is true?

A) Uric acid requires less water to excrete than does urea.
B) Uric acid is more soluble in water than urea.
C) The darker material in bird droppings is mostly uric acid.
D) Uric acid is more toxic than ammonia.


Answer: A

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