The largest gland in the human body is

This question was previously asked in
JTET 2012 (Mathematics & Science) Official Paper-II
View all JTET Exam Papers >
  1. Pituitary
  2. Liver
  3. Adrenal
  4. Pancreas

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 2 : Liver
Free
CTET Paper 2 Maths & Science (ज्ञानसंगम): Mini Live Test
60 Qs. 60 Marks 60 Mins

Detailed Solution

Download Solution PDF

The correct answer is Liver.

Key Points

  • Liver
    • It is the largest gland of the body and is an accessory organ of the digestive system.
    • It continuously produces bile.
    • Bile flows out of the liver into the right and left hepatic ducts, into the common hepatic ducts, and toward the small intestine to help with digestion and the absorption of fats.
    • In humans, it is located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, below the diaphragm.

Important Points

  • Important facts about the human body are as follows
    • Smallest Gland - Pineal
    • Largest artery - Aorta
    • The longest bone in the Human body - Femur
    • Smallest bone - Stapes
    • Strongest muscle - Tooth enamel

Latest JTET Exam Updates

Last updated on Jun 18, 2025

-> The JTET 2024 Notiifcation has been cancelled by the authorities. The new notification will be released soon.

-> The Jharkhand TET is an eligibility test for the post of teacher (classes 1-8) in the schools of Jharkhand.  

-> The written examination has two papers. Paper I is for the aspirants who wish to teach classes I to V class and  Paper II is for aspirants who wish to teach classes VI to VIII

-> Candidates can refer to the JTET Exam Previous Year Papers to get an idea of the type of questions asked in the exam and prepare accordingly.

Hot Links: teen patti master purana teen patti star teen patti sequence teen patti