What is the difference between Ammonotelic and Ureotelic organisms?

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Ammonotelic Ureotelic
$(1)$ Ammonia is dissolved in large amounts of water and eliminated. $(1)$ Ammonia is converted into urea and then eliminated.
$(2)$ Energy is not utilized in the process. $(2)$ Energy is utilized in the process.
$(3)$ Kidneys do not play a significant role in its elimination. $(3)$ It is primarily removed by the kidneys.
$(4)$ Examples: Aquatic invertebrates,bony fishes (Osteichthyes),and tadpoles of amphibians. $(4)$ Examples: Mammals,adult amphibians,and cartilaginous fishes (Chondrichthyes).

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