4 Diffrences between Excretion and Egestion
| Egestion | Excretion | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Egestion – The process involves removing undigested waste food products from the body of the organism. | Excretion – The process involves removing wastes from the cells of organisms. |
| 2 | In Egestion discharged materials are Undigested food and other toxic substances leftover from digestion. | In Excretion discharged materials are Metabolic wastes such as carbon dioxide or oxygen. |
| 3 | Egestion mainly happens through the anus or the mouth. Animals such as jellyfish use their mouth to both consume and discharge wastes. | Excretion happens through the nose, skin and the urethra. |
| 4 | Only animals undergo Egestion. | Excretion happens in both plants and animals. |
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