The green glands form an effective "flood control" device in the freshwater crayfish by
A)forming a dilute,low-salt urine to unload the water that diffuses into the crayfish body.
B)forming a high-salt urine to unload the high salt built up in the crayfish body.
C)keeping the urine isosmotic to the blood.
D)keeping the interior hemocoel dry.
E)producing extra sodium and chloride ions to maintain the ionic balance.

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The green glands, also known as antennal glands, produce a dilute, low-salt urine to unload excess water that diffuses into the crayfish's body. This helps regulate the amount of water in the crayfish and prevents it from becoming too diluted or swollen.

The Green Glands Form an Effective "Flood Control" Device in the Freshwater