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Question
What is the role of gall bladder? What may happen if it stops functioning or is removed?
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Solution
The role of the gall bladder is that it stores and concentrates bile juice secreted by the liver it also releases the bile juice. If the gall bladder is removed or if it stops functioning, the bile juice will directly move to the small intestine.
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