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Mammary glands are modification of

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Sweat gland
  2. Sebaceous gland
  3. Salivary gland
  4. Lacrimal gland

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Sweat gland

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A. Sweat gland šŸ“š Explanation: 'Mammary glands', which produce milk in mammals, are considered scientifically to be highly specialized and 'modified apocrine sweat glands'. They have evolved to provide nutrition for newborn offspring. The structure of these glands is similar to sweat glands but they have developed the ability to produce proteins and fats. This unique adaptation is a defining feature of the entire class of Mammalia.