How Marine Fish Excrete Salt: Mechanisms of Osmoregulation and Adaptation
Marine fish excrete excess salt to stay hydrated. They drink seawater, which has high salt content. Their kidneys filter out some salt. Additionally, specialized cells in their gills help remove more salt. This process, called osmoregulation, helps marine fish maintain balance in their salty surroundings. Chloride cells function by transporting chloride ions out of the … Read more