MICROANATOMY

EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN

INTEGUMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The gland that produces ‘oil’ is the
A
apocrine
B
sebaceous
C
eccrine
D
arrector pili
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Sebaceous glands are microscopic glands found in your hair follicles that secrete sebum. Sebum is an oily substance that protects your skin from drying out. Sebaceous glands can clog, so you can keep your glands healthy by following a skin care routine that includes cleansing and moisturizing your skin.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sebaceous glands are found throughout all areas of the skin, except the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. There are two types of sebaceous glands, those connected to hair follicles and those that exist independently. Sebaceous glands are found in hair-covered areas, where they are connected to hair follicles.

Detailed explanation-3: -A specialized sebaceous gland in the eyelids is called meibomian gland. It is found in the tarsal plate in the eyelid and secretes an oily substance, specifically referred to as meibum oil.

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