Question

multiple choice question
the major function of merocrine sweat glands is _.
o secretion
o thermoregulation
o protection
o vitamin production

Explanation:

Merocrine sweat glands release sweat onto the skin surface. Sweating helps to cool the body when it is over - heated, which is a key aspect of thermoregulation. Secretion is a general process, protection is not the main function, and vitamin production is not a function of these glands.

Answer:

thermoregulation