Salivary Glands Quiz

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Which type of gland secretes saliva into the oral cavity?

  • Endocrine glands
  • Salivary glands (correct)
  • Sweat glands
  • Compound exocrine glands

What is the main function of saliva?

  • To cause tooth decay
  • To increase the formation of plaque
  • To cleanse the mouth and teeth (correct)
  • To keep the mucous membranes dry

Which glands are considered as minor salivary glands?

  • Parotid, Sublingual, and Submandibular
  • Pancreatic, Gastric, and Intestinal
  • Thyroid, Adrenal, and Pituitary
  • Labial, Buccal, and Palatal (correct)

What is the function of saliva?

<p>To cleanse the mouth and teeth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a type of salivary gland?

<p>Pancreatic gland (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to saliva secretion when we eat food?

<p>It increases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of gland is structurally compound?

<p>Major salivary glands (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which gland is located below the jawbone?

<p>Submandibular gland (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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