Which gland begins its formation at the foramen caecum?

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The thyroid gland begins its formation at the foramen caecum, which is a pit-like depression at the base of the tongue where the thyroglossal duct initially develops. Therefore, option D is the correct answer. The other options, A, B, and C are incorrect because the parotid gland forms in the embryonic parotid buds, the submandibular gland forms in the floor of the embryo's mouth, and the submental gland forms in the oral epithelium below the mandible, respectively.

Which Gland Begins Its Formation at the Foramen Caecum