Question
Biology Question on Digestion and absorption
Which of the following is the largest gland in an adult man
A
Thymus
B
Liver
C
Thyroid
D
Pancreas
Answer
Liver
Explanation
Solution
Liver is the largest gland o f the body, weighing 1200-1600 g. situated in top right portion of the abdominal cavity. The liver recieves the products of digestion dissolved in the blood via the hepatic portal vein and its most important functions are to convert excess glucose to the storage product glycogen, which serves as a food reserve