Biology Digestion/Nutrition BUMHS 2022
PMDC Verified Question 23 of 48
Lingual lipase is secreted by which gland?
A
Parotid
B
Submandibular
C
Ebner's gland
D
Sub-maxillary gland
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Official Correct Choice:
Option C: Ebner's gland
Concept:

While carbohydrate digestion is the main focus in the mouth, a small amount of lipid digestion also initiates there due to specific minor glands.

Formula:

N/A

Solution:

  • Von Ebner's glands are minor salivary glands located in a moat-like trough surrounding the circumvallate papillae on the posterior surface of the tongue.
  • These glands secrete lingual lipase, which begins the digestion of dietary triglycerides into fatty acids and diglycerides.


Why other options are incorrect:

Parotid, submandibular, and sub-maxillary glands primarily secrete saliva rich in water, mucin, and salivary amylase, but not lingual lipase.

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