An organ is described as follows: cords of cells radiating outward from a central vein with sinusoids between the cords of cells. The organ having this histological structure is the ________.
A) pancreas
B) spleen
C) liver
D) stomach
E) gallbladder

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The described histological structure matches that of the liver, which is characterized by cords of cells (hepatocytes) radiating outward from a central vein, with sinusoids (blood-filled spaces) between the cords. This arrangement is unique to the liver and is essential for its function in filtering and processing blood.

An Organ Is Described as Follows: Cords of Cells Radiating