Question

Reserve carbohydrate- glycogen is stored in our body in

• A. Kidney
• B. Stomach
• C. Intestine
• D. Liver

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Liver

The correct option is D.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The digestive system comprises the alimentary canal and the accessory glands.
2. The liver is the largest accessory gland and secretes bile.
3. Bile is stored in the gall bladder and is responsible for the emulsification of fats.
4. The carbohydrates when not used are converted into glycogen and stored in the liver.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

1. The kidney is a bean-shaped organ consisting of several nephrons.
2. The kidney is responsible for removing harmful waste from the body through the process of excretion.

Option B:

1. The stomach is the site of digestion where the HCl and pepsin act on the food.
2. The pH of the stomach is acidic.

Option C:

1. The small intestine is the site of absorption.
2. Pancreatic and bile juices act in the small intestine.

Reserve carbohydrate- glycogen is stored in the liver in our body. Pancreatic and bile juices act in the small intestine.