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Slyfy99:

Reptiles and birds excrete waste as an insoluble white solid that is called uric acid. How does this help them to maintain internal homeostasis in hot climates?

Eiwoh2:

Well, according to what you know, what can you tell me about this?

YoursTruly:

When producing this, reptiles will absorb the water from the urine making it more of a solid. By doing this, they keep their body at a constant temperature while conserving water at the same time.

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