Question

correctly match the glands of the skin with the statements that describe their function. ceruminous glands, sebaceous glands, eccrine glands. 1. help to lower body temperature as sweat evaporates. 2. produce earwax. 3. associated with a hair follicle. 4. secrete an oily substance called sebum. 5. helps waterproof hair and nails. 6. weakens or kills bacteria on the skin surface. 7. inflammation causes acne vulgaris.

Explanation:

Ceruminous glands produce ear - wax. Sebaceous glands are associated with hair follicles, secrete sebum (an oily substance), help waterproof hair and nails, and inflammation can cause acne vulgaris. Eccrine glands help lower body temperature as sweat evaporates and can also weaken or kill bacteria on the skin surface.

Answer:

1. Eccrine Glands
2. Ceruminous Glands
3. Sebaceous Glands
4. Sebaceous Glands
5. Sebaceous Glands
6. Eccrine Glands
7. Sebaceous Glands