Which two types of secretory cells make up the salivary glands?

A) goblet cells and squamous epithelial cells
B) cuboidal epithelial cells and ciliated columnar cells
C) parietal cells and glial cells
D) serous cells and mucous cells

Serous Cells

Cells that produce serous fluid, a watery secretion, found in glands like the salivary glands.

Mucous Cells

Cells that produce and secrete mucus, providing lubrication and protection to various parts of the body.

Goblet Cells

Specialized epithelial cells that produce and secrete mucus in the respiratory and intestinal tracts.