Vonebners gland are_______________?
Correct answer: C. Posterior lingual serous glands
- A. glands at apex of tongue
- B. Posterior lingual mucous glands
- C. Posterior lingual serous glands
- D. Glosso palatine glands
Explanation
Von Ebner glands are purely serous posterior lingual glands associated with the circumvallate papillae. Their secretion washes the trenches around these papillae and helps dissolve taste substances.
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