Light micrograph of submaxillary salivary gland showing detail of the saliva duct. The gland is situated directly under the tongue,and is divided into numerous lobules by stretches of connective tissue. The lobules contain secretory cells that produce the main components of saliva,including mucous to lubricate the mouth and enzymes to break down carbohydrates when chewing food | |
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