Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134580999
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher: PEARSON
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there are about 1 million lobules in the liver and each is surrounded by ____ and ____
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Step 1: Introduction
The liver is a vital organ in the human body and plays a central role in various physiological processes. It is the largest internal organ and is located in the upper right side of the abdomen, just beneath the diaphragm.
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