This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: General anatomy, Subject name: Anatomy
Mucous glands are absent in 
Select and explain. 
A. Cervix, B. Esophagus, C. Vagina, D. Duodenum
C: Vagina
Answer: C: Vagina 
Explanation: INDERBIR SINGH&;S TEXTBOOK OF HUMAN HISTOLOGY-PAGE NO:359 Vagina Mucous membrane The epithelium rests on dense connective tissue that is highly vascular,many veins being present .the tissue is rich in elastic fibres.no glands are seen in the mucosa,the vaginal surface being kept moist by the secretions if glands in the cervix of the uterus