Functions of the Liver and Pancreas

What is the primary function of bile produced by the liver?

• To break down carbohydrates

• To break down fats

• To break down proteins

• To break down vitamins

Which organ is the largest in the human body?

• Heart

• Brain

• Liver

• Pancreas

What does the pancreas produce to help control blood sugar levels?

• Bile

• Insulin and glucagon

• Adrenaline

• Thyroxine

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Which of the following substances is stored by the liver?

• Proteins

• Vitamins and minerals

• Water

• Oxygen

Which hormone is primarily responsible for lowering blood sugar levels?

• Glucagon

• Insulin

• Adrenaline

• Cortisol

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Which organ is both a digestive organ and an endocrine gland?

• Liver

• Pancreas

• Stomach

• Gallbladder

What is the primary role of glucagon in the body?

• To increase blood sugar levels

• To decrease blood sugar levels

• To break down fats

• To store vitamins

Which of the following is a function of the liver related to sugar?

• Producing insulin

• Storing sugar

• Breaking down sugar

• Producing glucagon

Which organ is responsible for detoxifying the body?

• Kidney

• Liver

• Pancreas

• Spleen

What is the role of insulin in the body?

• To increase blood sugar levels

• To decrease blood sugar levels

• To break down proteins

• To store fats

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