Which animal group shows a transition from ammonotelism to ureotelism during its life cycle?
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Correct answer: Amphibians
Amphibians excrete ammonia in the larval (aquatic) stage and switch to urea as adults when they move to land. This transition reflects their adaptation to both aquatic and terrestrial life.
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