Campbell Biology

12th Edition

ISBN: 9780135188743

Author: Urry

Publisher: PEARSON

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Chapter 44.4, Problem 1CC

What do the number and length of nephrons in a fish’s kidney indicate about the fish’s habitat? How do they correlate with urine production?

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