Quick Answer. According to NASA, a full moon technically only lasts for the moment when the Earth is directly between the sun and the moon. However, full moons appear to last for approximately three days. Continue Reading.
1 It is responsible for the production of bile which is stored in the gallbladder and released when required for the digestion of fats. 2  The liver stores glucose in the form of glycogen which is converted back to glucose again when needed for energy. 3  It also plays an important role in the metabolism of protein and fats.
The liver's most important task is to filter toxic substances from your body, including alcohol and many different medications, such as chemotherapy drugs, antibiotics and TylenolÂ®. Other important functions that the liver performs include: 1  Works with the spleen to remove old or damaged red blood cells from the blood.