Question

The largest gland in the human alimentary system is

• A. Stomach
• B. Liver
• C. Large intestine
• D. Small intestine

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Liver

The correct option is (B)

Explanation of correct option:

1. The liver is known as the largest gland in the human digestive system.
2. The liver is reddish-brown in colour and is known to produce bile which acts upon fat molecules to emulsify them for ease of digestion.

Explanation of incorrect option:

Option (A):

1. The stomach is a J-shaped organ that is known for the digestion of proteins using pepsin.
2. This pepsin gets activated by the HCl which is secreted by the goblet cells in the stomach.

Option (C):

1. Large intestine s a much wider tubular structure with three parts ending at the anus.
2. This is where the water and minerals are absorbed and the undigested food passes through this.

Option (D):

1. It is a highly coiled organ lined with micro finger-like structures on the inner side.
2. The chyme moves into the small intestine for the final stage of digestion.
3. Within the small intestine, the enzymes from the liver and pancreas are secreted which break down the fats and proteins further.

Final answer:

The largest gland in the human alimentary system is the liver.