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The glands present in the skin of frog a...

The glands present in the skin of frog are

A

(a) Sweat and mammary glands

B

(b) Sweat and sebaceous glands

C

(c) Sweat and mucous glands

D

(d) Mucous and poisonous glands .

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Type of Animal**: Frogs belong to the class Amphibia, which includes animals that are both terrestrial and aquatic. 2. **Understand the Skin Structure**: The skin of frogs is moist and plays a crucial role in their respiration and protection. 3. **Identify the Glands in Frog Skin**: - **Granular Glands**: These glands secrete a poisonous substance that serves as a defense mechanism against predators. They are often referred to as poisonous glands. - **Mucous Glands**: These glands secrete mucus, which keeps the skin moist and aids in respiration through the skin. - **Seromucous Glands**: These are modified mucous glands that also contribute to the moisture of the skin. 4. **Evaluate the Options**: - **Option A**: Sweat and mammary glands - Incorrect, as these are not present in frogs. - **Option B**: Sweat and sebaceous glands - Incorrect, as frogs do not have these glands. - **Option C**: Sweat and mucus - Incorrect, as sweat glands are not present, but mucus glands are. - **Option D**: Mucus and poisonous - Correct, as both mucous glands and granular (poisonous) glands are present in frog skin. 5. **Conclusion**: The correct answer is **Option D**: Mucus and poisonous glands.
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