Asked by Jamie Ostergaard on Jun 19, 2024

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The ducts of both the submandibular gland and the sublingual gland secrete saliva ________.

A) into the nasal cavity
B) into the superior area of the oral cavity
C) through the posterior section of the soft palate
D) onto the floor of the mouth

Submandibular Gland

A salivary gland located beneath the floor of the mouth, responsible for producing saliva.

Sublingual Gland

A salivary gland located beneath the tongue, responsible for secreting saliva to aid in digestion.

Saliva

A watery fluid secreted into the mouth by glands, containing enzymes that initiate the breakdown of carbohydrates during digestion.

  • Understand the secretion process and the role of salivary glands in digestion.
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Regina Gilreath BallardJun 20, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The submandibular gland and the sublingual gland both have ducts that secrete saliva onto the floor of the mouth.