What substance is stored and concentrated in the gall bladder?
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A.
Lymph
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B.
Water
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C.
Blood
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D.
Bile
Correct Answer:
D. Bile
Explanation:
The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ located beneath the liver that serves as a reservoir for bile. While the liver is responsible for the continuous production of bile, the gallbladder stores this fluid and concentrates it by absorbing water and electrolytes. When fatty foods enter the small intestine, the gallbladder contracts to release the concentrated bile into the duodenum, where it helps emulsify fats to aid in digestion and absorption. Because it is the specific site for the storage and refinement of this digestive fluid, bile is the correct answer.
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