Pathology · single question
A denture terminates where histologically minor salivary glands AND keratinized epithelium are present. Which region?
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Correct answer: B. Hard palate
The hard palate has keratinized masticatory mucosa and minor salivary glands (palatine glands) in its posterior portion.
- A. ❌ Soft palate has non-keratinized lining mucosa.
- B. ✅ CORRECT – Hard palate: keratinized masticatory mucosa + minor salivary glands.
- C. ❌ Buccal mucosa is non-keratinized.
- D. ❌ Floor of mouth has thin, non-keratinized epithelium.