PATHOLOGY MCQ
ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
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Question
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The salivary glands are located in the ____
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mouth
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skin
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Salivary glands are located in the mouth. There are three pairs of large salivary glands. Parotid glands are found in front of and just below each ear. Submandibular glands are below the jaw.
Detailed explanation-2: -The three main pairs of salivary glands are the parotid glands, the sublingual glands, and the submandibular glands.
Detailed explanation-3: -Salivary glands are located in the oral cavity or buccal cavity. The parotid gland lies one on each side of the face, just below and in front of the ears. Submaxillary glands are found within the angles of the lower jaw whereas sublingual glands are found on the floor of the buccal cavity.
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