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Q. 13 of Quiz-1066 (Que-ID : 1975)

Eyelashes are lubricated by-

  • Ceruminous glands
  • Meibomian glands
  • Lacrymal glands
  • All of these

Ans → (b)Meibomian glands

Explanation → Meibomian glands are the tiny oil glands that line the margin of the eyelids (the edges which touch when the eyelids are closed). Ceruminous glands are present in the outer auditory canal which produces wax. Lacrymal glands are responsible for the secretion of tears.

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