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Question
Complete the following sentence with appropriate word:
Besides excretion, the kidneys also carry out the important function of ______.
Solution
Besides excretion, the kidneys also carry out the important function of Osmoregulation.
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The branch of renal artery which enters into Bowman’s capsule.
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