AP BIOLOGY

CELL RESPIRATION

GLYCOLYSIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What organ plays a central role in all metabolic processes in the body?
A
Pancreas
B
Kidney
C
Gastrointestinal Tract
D
Liver
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The liver plays a central role in all metabolic processes in the body. In fat metabolism the liver cells break down fats and produce energy. They also produce about 800 to 1, 000 ml of bile per day.

Detailed explanation-2: -The liver is involved in the metabolism of nutrients. It receives digestive products in the form of glucose, amino acids, fatty acids and glycerol. The metabolism of carbohydrate, fat and protein takes place in the liver, although specific functions are carried out by fat depots and skeletal muscle.

Detailed explanation-3: -The liver is a key metabolic organ which governs body energy metabolism. It acts as a hub to metabolically connect to various tissues, including skeletal muscle and adipose tissue.

Detailed explanation-4: -Your liver continually produces bile. This is a chemical that helps turn fats into energy that your body uses. Bile is necessary for the digestive process. Your liver also creates albumin.

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