osmoregulatory
/ˌɑzmoʊˈrɛɡjələˌtɔri/
adjective
- Relating to or involved in the control of water and salt balance in the body.
- The kidneys have an important osmoregulatory function.
- Scientists studied the osmoregulatory system of marine birds.
- Osmoregulatory organs help animals adapt to different environments.
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