Meibomian glands are located adjacent to the:
a. Epidermis of the eyelids
b. Ciliary processes
c. Extraocular muscles
d. Nasolacrimal duct of the eye
e. Ora serrata
ANS: A
Meibomian glands are highly developed sebaceous type glands of the eyelids that lubricate the surface of the cornea.
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