Which mechanism causes excessive water intake in saltwater fish?

💡 Explanation

Passive osmotic water inflow increases water intake because the saltwater environment has higher salt concentration. Constant exposure drives water into the fish through osmosis; therefore, this results in water intake, rather than active excretion or kidney reabsorption strategies.

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