Anatomy Lateral zones of the hard palate are covered by: A Non Keratinized epithelium submucosal layer and minor salivary gland B Non Keratinized epithelium, absent submucosal layer and minor salivary gland C Keratinized epithelium, submucosal layer and minor salivary gland D Keratinized epithelium, absent submucosal layer and minor salivary gland 💡 Explanation Lateral zones of the hard palate are covered by: ✓ Correct Answer: C. Keratinized epithelium, submucosal layer and minor salivary gland