Explanation

• The liver is the largest gland in the human body.
• It is situated in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, beneath the diaphragm, and above the stomach.
• It is reddish-brown.
• It is weighs approximately 1.5 kg.

• The pineal gland is the smallest gland.
• It about the size of a grain of rice.
• It weighs approximately 150 mg.
• It is part of the endocrine system.

Explanation

• The normal body temperature is: 37°C.
• The average normal body temperature is generally accepted as 98.6°F (37°C).
• A temperature over 100.4°F (38°C) means you have a fever.

Additional Information:

• Hypothermia is the term used for temperature less than 36.50°C.
• Mild Pyrexia is the term used for temperature (99-100°F).
• Moderate Pyrexia is the term used for temperature (100-103°F).
• Severe Pyrexia is the term used for temperature (103-105°F).

Explanation

• The normal number of ribs in a human body is 24 (12 pairs).

Additional information:

• Upper ribs: True ribs (1–7 pairs)
• Lower ribs: False ribs (8–12 pairs)
• Floating ribs: Last 2 pairs (11–12)

Last verified on 24-06-2026

Explanation

• Adrenal gland → Endocrine gland, not a digestive gland.
• Liver → Digestive gland; produces bile.
• Pancreas → Digestive gland; produces digestive enzymes.

Last verified on 03-09-2026

Explanation

• Smallest muscle: Stapedius.
• Location: Middle ear.
• Associated bone: Stapes.
• Function: Helps dampen excessive sound vibrations.
• Longest muscle: Sartorius.

Last verified on 03-09-2026