A serous demilune is a component of a:
A) Circumvallate papilla
B) Intercalated duct
C) Mucous acinus of the submandibular gland
D) Serous acinus of the parotid gland
E) Striated duct

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A serous demilune is a feature observed in mucous acini, particularly in the submandibular gland, where it appears as a cap of serous cells on the mucous acini. This structure is thought to produce a serous fluid that mixes with the mucous secretion.

A Serous Demilune Is a Component of A