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The largest salivary gland present in human is

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Submandibular gland
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Sublingual gland
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Parotid gland
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Gastric gland
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Solution

The correct option is B Parotid gland
In human, there are three salivary glands:
  • The two parotid gland is near the ear. The largest salivary glands.
  • The sublingual gland is under the Tongue.
  • The submandibular gland is in the shape of a "U". It is under the chin bone.
So, the correct answer is Parotid gland.

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