Explain uricotelism.

(N/A) Uricotelism is the process of excreting nitrogenous waste in the form of uric acid.
Animals that exhibit uricotelism are known as uricotelic animals.
This mechanism is primarily an adaptation to minimize water loss,as uric acid is relatively non-toxic and can be excreted as a semi-solid pellet or paste.
Uric acid is synthesized in the liver from ammonia and carbon dioxide.
Examples of uricotelic organisms include reptiles,birds,insects,and land snails.