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Mammary gland of a woman is
BiologyHuman ReproductionNEET
Options:
  • A a modified sweat gland
  • B a primary sex organ
  • C an exocrine gland
  • D Both a and c 
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The correct answer is: Both a and c 
The mammary gland of a woman is an exocrine gland having a duct system. Its secretion is called milk, which provides nutrition and immunity to newborn babies.

The mammary gland is a modified sweat or sudorific gland and an important reproductive organ in female.

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