Asked by Margie Hammon on Jul 15, 2024
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Which of the following statements concerning sebaceous glands is false?
A) Most sebaceous glands are connected by a duct to the upper portion of the hair follicle.
B) Secretions from sebaceous glands provide protection against bacteria.
C) Secretions from sebaceous glands oil the hair and skin.
D) Sebaceous glands are an example of apocrine glands.
E) Sebaceous secretions are lipid soluble.
Sebaceous Glands
Glands located under the skin that produce sebum, an oily substance that lubricates skin and hair.
Apocrine Glands
Sweat glands, mainly found in the underarm and genital areas, that secrete a thicker sweat and are involved in scent and pheromone release.
Lipid Soluble
Refers to substances able to dissolve in fats or lipids, often influencing their absorption and transport in biological organisms.
- Differentiate between types of skin glands and their functions.
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Kayla MontoyaJul 20, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Sebaceous glands are classified as holocrine glands, not apocrine glands. Holocrine glands release their products by the bursting of cells, whereas apocrine glands release their secretion by exocytosis at the apical portion of the cell.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between types of skin glands and their functions.