What is Memmary Gland how work. explain with suitable Daigram
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Answer:
Mammary glands are paired structures which contain glandular tissue and variable amount of fat.
∗ In each breast, glandular tissue is divided into 15 - 20 mammary lobes. These lobes have clusters of cells called alveoli.
∗ The cells of alveoli secrete milk which is stored in the cavities (lumens) of alveoli. The alveoli open in mammary tubules.
∗ Tubules from each lobe join to form a mammary duct.
∗ Many mammary ducts join to form a wider mammary ampulla.
∗ A mammary ampulla is connected to the lactiferous duct. Milk is sucked out through the lactiferous duct.
Explanation:
The mammary gland is a gland located in the breasts of females that is responsible for lactation, or the production of milk. ... Mammary glands only produce milk after childbirth. During pregnancy, the hormones progesterone and prolactin are released.
