Question

Which of the following digestive glands are found in the wall of intestine?

• A. Cardiac glands and pyloric glands
• B. Pyloric glands and oxyntic glands
• C. Fundic glands and pyloric glands
• D. Brunner's glands and crypts of Lieberkhun

Hint:

Brunner's glands protect the duodenum from acidic chyme and aid in digestion, while crypts of Lieberkhun secrete digestive enzymes, which assist in nutrient absorption.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The digestive glands found in the wall of the intestine are:

• Brunner's glands: Located in the submucosa of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). They secrete alkaline mucus that helps neutralize the acidic content coming from the stomach into the intestine.
• Crypts of Lieberkühn: Specialized glands found in the mucosal lining of the small intestine. They secrete intestinal juices, including enzymes that aid in digestion and nutrient absorption.

Thus, the correct answer is Option (4): Brunner's glands and Crypts of Lieberkühn.