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Identify the gland that helps in lactation.

A

Bartholins

B

Mammary gland

C

Prostate gland

D

Bulboutheral gland

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understand the Question**: The question asks for the gland that is responsible for lactation, which is the process of milk production in females. 2. **Evaluate the Options**: The options provided include Bartholene Gland, Mammary Gland, Prostate Gland, and Bulbo-urethra Gland. 3. **Analyze Each Option**: - **Bartholene Gland**: This gland is found in females and is primarily responsible for the lubrication of the vagina, not for milk production. - **Mammary Gland**: This gland is specifically designed for milk production. It is stimulated by the hormone prolactin, especially after childbirth, to initiate lactation. - **Prostate Gland**: This is a male gland that plays a role in the nourishment of sperm and aiding in erection, not in lactation. - **Bulbo-urethra Gland**: This is also a male gland that provides lubrication, but it does not have any role in lactation. 4. **Identify the Correct Gland**: Based on the analysis, the gland that helps in lactation is the **Mammary Gland**. 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the answer to the question is the Mammary Gland. ---
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