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Salivary glands include parotid, submandibular, and sublingual, as well as multiple minor salivary glands.
Salivary glands include parotid, submandibular, and sublingual, as well as multiple minor salivary glands.
True (A)
The parotid gland is divided into deep and superficial lobes, separated by the facial nerve.
The parotid gland is divided into deep and superficial lobes, separated by the facial nerve.
True (A)
The submandibular gland's duct opens in the mucosa of the cheek adjacent to the second upper molar tooth.
The submandibular gland's duct opens in the mucosa of the cheek adjacent to the second upper molar tooth.
False (B)
The sublingual glands are located above the tongue.
The sublingual glands are located above the tongue.
Saliva contains antibodies (immunoglobulin IgA) against pathogens.
Saliva contains antibodies (immunoglobulin IgA) against pathogens.
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Salivary Glands
Salivary Glands
The major salivary glands are the parotid, submandibular, and sublingual glands; multiple minor salivary glands are also present.
Parotid Gland Lobes
Parotid Gland Lobes
The parotid gland has deep and superficial lobes, which are separated by the facial nerve.
Saliva's Antibodies
Saliva's Antibodies
Saliva contains immunoglobulin IgA, which helps defend against pathogens.
Submandibular Duct Location
Submandibular Duct Location
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Sublingual Gland Location
Sublingual Gland Location
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