The glandular tissue of each mammary gland is divided into__________.

5-10 mammary lobes

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15-20 mammary lobes

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23-25 mammary lobes

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25-30 mammary lobes

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The correct option is B 15-20 mammary lobes
Mammary glands are a characteristic feature of all mammals.

The mammary glands are paired structures and are made up of glandular tissue and variable amount of fat.

The glandular tissue in each mammary gland is divided into 15-20 mammary lobes which consists of a cluster of cells called alveoli. The function of the cells in alveoli is to secrete milk.

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