Question

Proteins are broken down to form ammonia, which is toxic to cells. In which organ of the body is this ammonia converted to the less toxic compound urea?

A. Liver
B. Lungs
C. Skin
D. Kidneys

Answer 1

A. This occurs in the liver and is called deamination, the amino groups are converted to urea then excreted.

Answer 2

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option A. It is in the liver that ammonia is converted to the less toxic compound urea. Most of the wastes products from the processes in our body goes to the liver. It serves as a filter in our body. Hope this answers the question.