Asked in UHS MDCAT 2008 2008Moderate

How many grams of nitrogen can be eliminated in form of uric acid by 50 ml of water?

Correct answer: D. 50

  • A. 20
  • B. 30
  • C. 25
  • D. 50

Explanation

Since only 1 ml of water is required to eliminate 1 g of nitrogen in the form of uric acid, then 50 g of nitrogen will be eliminated by 50 ml of water

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