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Publisher: Oxford University Press
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Chapter 16, Problem 10RQ
Summary Introduction
To review:
The organs thatcarry out following activities:
a. Urea synthesis
b. Gluconeogenesis
c. Nutrient absorption
d. Neural and endocrine integration
e. Lipogenesis
Introduction:
In multicellular organisms, several type of tissues work together to form organs. All the organs have specific functions to perform. There are several types of organs in multicellular organisms such as stomach, eyes, liver, and kidneys.
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