The substance that keeps moisture inside the skin and helps protect the skin from infection

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM MISCELLENOUS

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

A	Melanin
B	oil
C	perspiration
D	pores

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Sebaceous glands are an organ in your skin that make and secrete sebum. Sebum is a substance that provides a protective coating for your skin to help it retain moisture. Most of your sebaceous glands connect to your hair follicles.

Detailed explanation-2: -The functions of skin oils are to provide lubrication, moisture and waterproofing for your skin.

Detailed explanation-3: -The sebaceous glands are a type of microscopic gland in the skin that secretes an oily/waxy matter, called sebum, to lubricate and waterproof the skin and hair of mammals [105].

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