Why are sharks osmoconformers yet ionoconformers? Explain using concepts on osmoregulation and ionoregulation.

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Chapter48: Osmoregulation And Disposal Of Metabolic Wastes
Section48.4: Osmoregulation And Excretion In Vertebrates
Problem 1C: What type of osmoregulatory challenge is faced by marine fishes? by freshwater fishes? What...
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