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What is the main function of the liver in the human body?
What is the main function of the liver in the human body?
- Producing white blood cells for immune system support
- Storing and secreting bile to aid in fat digestion (correct)
- Filtering oxygen from the blood
- Producing insulin for blood sugar regulation
Where is bile stored before it is secreted into the digestive system?
Where is bile stored before it is secreted into the digestive system?
- In the gallbladder (correct)
- In the liver itself
- In the spleen
- In the pancreas
Apart from aiding in digestion, what other function does the liver perform?
Apart from aiding in digestion, what other function does the liver perform?
- Regulating body temperature
- Storing excess water for the body
- Filtering harmful substances from the blood (correct)
- Producing red blood cells
What gives feces its brown color?
What gives feces its brown color?
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What is the main function of the stomach in the digestive system?
What is the main function of the stomach in the digestive system?
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Which organ produces bile to aid in the digestion of fats?
Which organ produces bile to aid in the digestion of fats?
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What assists the small intestine in breaking down undigested nutrients such as fats and carbohydrates?
What assists the small intestine in breaking down undigested nutrients such as fats and carbohydrates?
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What is the function of the pancreas in the digestive system?
What is the function of the pancreas in the digestive system?
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How is digested food absorbed in the small intestine?
How is digested food absorbed in the small intestine?
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What is the role of the liver in the digestive system?
What is the role of the liver in the digestive system?
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