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The Bartholin's gland is homologous to which of the following glands in males?

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Clitoris
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Prostate gland
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Bulbourethral glands
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None of the above
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Solution

The correct option is C Bulbourethral glands
According to female human anatomy,
Clitoris in female is homologous to glans penis of the males
Skene's glands are homologous with the prostate gland in males, Below and to either side of the urethral orifice are openings of two small ducts leading to the paired lesser vestibular glands (Skene’s glands).
Bartholin's gland in females secrete mucus and are homologous to the bulbourethral glands of the male.
So, the correct answer is 'Bulbourethral glands'

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