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In summer the urine is slightly thicker than in winter. Explain the reason.

We urinate fewer times in summer than when compared to in the winter. The urine passed is generally thicker, as we lose a considerable part of water through perspiration and the kidneys have to reabsorb more water from the urine making it more concentrated.


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