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Brunner's gland are found in which of the following layers in alimentary canal?

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Submucosa of stomach
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Mucosa of ileum
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Submucosa of duodenum
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Mucosa of the oesophagus
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Solution

The correct option is C Submucosa of duodenum
Brunner's glands are found in the submucosa of the duodenum.
These glands produce alkaline mucus, which neutralizes acid from the stomach as it enters the duodenum. Brunner's glands help to protect the duodenal lining.

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