Organs
5 questions tagged Organs — spanning every one of the seven Ws.
What is the spleen?
The spleen is an organ in the upper left abdomen that filters blood and helps the immune system. It also stores some blood cells and platelets.
Which is the largest internal organ by mass in the human body?
The liver is the largest internal organ by mass in the human body, weighing about 1.4 to 1.6 kilograms in many adults. It performs hundreds of vital functions, including detoxification and metabolism.
Which human organ is the largest internal organ?
The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body. In adults it typically weighs about 1.4 to 1.6 kilograms.
Which human organ is the heaviest?
The skin is the heaviest human organ. In adults it typically weighs around 3 to 4 kilograms.
Which human organ is the largest by surface area?
The skin is the largest organ in the human body by surface area and overall weight. It covers the entire body and acts as a protective barrier.