The gland that is activated for lactation is___ .

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The mammary glands are modified sweat glands present in both males and females. In females at puberty, they enlarge in the form of a pair of breasts. The milk ducts present in the breast activated during pregnancy. The milk secreted by the mammary glands is highly nutritious for the new-born baby.

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