Nipple

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007947",
  "term": "Nipple",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A raised projection on the surface of the mammary gland, containing the openings of the lactiferous ducts. It serves as the exit point for milk during lactation and is also a sensitive area involved in sexual arousal. In human females, the nipple is surrounded by a pigmented area called the areola.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "duct"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 785 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/nipple/"
}