NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SKIN

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

What gland is responsible for keeping our hair soft and is a barrier for bacteria and fungi?

A	Sudoriferous
B	Sebaceous
C	Melanin
D	Carotene

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -These glands secrete oil that helps keep the skin smooth and supple. The oil also helps keep skin waterproof and protects against an overgrowth of bacteria and fungi on the skin.

Detailed explanation-2: -The normal function of sebaceous glands is to produce and secrete sebum, a group of complex oils including triglycerides and fatty acid breakdown products, wax esters, squalene, cholesterol esters and cholesterol. Sebum lubricates the skin to protect against friction and makes it more impervious to moisture.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sebaceous gland is also known as oil gland. It is a type pf small gland in the skin which secretes a lubricating substance called as sebum. The sebum lubricates the skin and the hair.

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