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Q What type of glands are present in the buccal cavity?

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  • A Salivary glands ✔ ✖
  • B Sebaceous gland ✔ ✖
  • C Gastric glands ✔ ✖
  • D Liver ✔ ✖
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The salivary glands are present in the buccal cavity, also known as the oral cavity. These glands produce and secrete saliva, which plays a crucial role in the digestion of food. The saliva contains enzymes that begin the breakdown of carbohydrates and lubricate the food, making it easier to swallow. The salivary glands are classified as exocrine glands because they secrete their products into ducts that open into the oral cavity.

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