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Which of the following best describes chyme in the digestive system?
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23. The Digestive System
Introduction to the Digestive System
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Which of the following accessory organs is responsible for storing sugar in the form of glycogen?
A
Liver
B
Spleen
C
Gallbladder
D
Pancreas
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Understand the role of glycogen in the body: Glycogen is a polysaccharide that serves as a form of energy storage in animals and fungi. It is primarily stored in the liver and muscles.
Identify the accessory organs listed in the problem: Liver, Spleen, Gallbladder, and Pancreas.
Recall the function of the liver: The liver is a vital organ that performs various functions, including the storage of glycogen. It converts excess glucose into glycogen for storage and releases it back into the bloodstream when needed.
Consider the functions of the other organs: The spleen is involved in filtering blood and immune response, the gallbladder stores bile, and the pancreas produces digestive enzymes and hormones like insulin.
Conclude that the liver is the accessory organ responsible for storing sugar in the form of glycogen, based on its known physiological functions.
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