Question

The end products of fat metabolism are excreted by

• A. Kidneys
• B. Liver
• C. Lung
• D. Skin

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Liver

The correct option is B:

Explanation of the correct option:-

1. Basically, the fat which is present in the human diet is in the form of triglycerides.
2. And for the usage of the fat as a source of energy for the body it just needs to be broken down.
3. This metabolism will take place in liver and will gives out cholesterol as well as phospholipids.
4. So, these are further made available to the rest of the body along with the lipoproteins and the rest are just excreted out through bile.

Explanation for the incorrect answers:

Option A:

1. The kidneys are two reddish bean-shaped organs in humans, located below the rib cage on each side of the spine.
2. It is brown in color and helps in the removal of the extra waste from the blood in the form of urine and also keeps a balance of different chemicals in the body.
3. Kidneys also help in the controlling of blood pressure.

Option C:

1. Humans have two lungs, which are situated within the thoracic cavity of the chest
2. The primary function of the lungs is to facilitate the exchange of gases between the blood and the air.

Option D:

1. The largest organ skin, protects us from the germs.
2. It also regulates and maintains the body temperature.
3. This is basically the soft outer layer of the human body , and is a flexible tissue and also releases sweat.

Final answer: The end products of fat metabolism are excreted by liver.