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Brain sand occurs in...

Brain sand occurs in

A

Thymus

B

Pineal

C

Thyroid

D

Pituitary

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Term "Brain Sand":** - Brain sand is also known as corpora arenacea or corpora alienacea. It refers to calcified structures found in the brain. 2. **Identifying the Location of Brain Sand:** - Brain sand is primarily associated with the pineal gland, which is a small endocrine gland located in the brain. 3. **Reviewing the Options:** - The options provided are thymus, pineal, thyroid, and pituitary. - Among these, the pineal gland is the one known to contain brain sand. 4. **Conclusion:** - Therefore, the correct answer to the question "Brain sand occurs in" is the **pineal gland**. ---
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