Which of the following cells of cockroach secrete saliva?

Glandular cells of mesenteron

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Acinar cells

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Stomodacum cells

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Proctodaeum cells

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Solution

The correct option is C Acinar cells
Acinar cells of salivary gland of cockroach produce and secrete saliva. It contains water, electrolytes, mucus and enzymes like amylase. The saliva flows out of the acinus into collecting ducts.
Thus, the correct answer is option B.

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