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Mammary glands are...

Mammary glands are

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Functional in both men and women

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Absent in males

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Functional in only females

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Functional in all mammals

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Mammary Glands**: - Mammary glands are specialized organs responsible for the production and secretion of milk. 2. **Location of Mammary Glands**: - These glands are located in the breast area. 3. **Presence in Both Sexes**: - Mammary glands are present in both males and females, indicating that they are not exclusive to one sex. 4. **Functionality**: - Although present in both sexes, mammary glands are only functional in females. This means that only females can produce and secrete milk. 5. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the correct statement about mammary glands is that they are functional only in females, despite being present in both males and females. ### Final Answer: Mammary glands are functional only in females. ---
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  8. Which of the following layers in an antral follicle is acellular?

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