Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)
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Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
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Chapter 26, Problem 23SAQ
Both the epithelium of the vagina and the cervical glands of the uterus help prevent the invasion and spread of vaginal pathogens. Explain how each of these mechanisms works.
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