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Lysozyme occurs in...

Lysozyme occurs in

A

Tears

B

Tears and saliva

C

Tears , saliva , sweat and mucus

D

Gastric juice

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Lysozyme**: Start by defining what lysozyme is. It is an enzyme that has antibacterial properties, meaning it helps to kill bacteria. 2. **Sources of Lysozyme**: Identify where lysozyme is produced in the human body. It is produced in various secretions such as tears, saliva, sweat, and mucus. 3. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option 1: Tears** - Lysozyme is present in tears. - **Option 2: Tears and Saliva** - Lysozyme is also present in saliva. - **Option 3: Tears, Saliva, Sweat, and Mucus** - This option includes all the correct sources of lysozyme. - **Option 4: Gastric Juice** - Lysozyme is not found in gastric juice. 4. **Selecting the Correct Answer**: Since lysozyme occurs in tears, saliva, sweat, and mucus, the most comprehensive answer is option 3. 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the correct answer is option 3, which states that lysozyme occurs in tears, saliva, sweat, and mucus. ---
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