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Apocrine sweat glands can be controlled by (a) the autonomic nervous system, (b) regional control mechanisms, (c) the endocrine system, (d) both a and c.
5. Integumentary System
Glands
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Sebaceous glands belong to which of the following classes?
A
compound tubuloalveolar
B
simple coiled tubular
C
compound tubular
D
simple alveolar
E
simple branched alveolar
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Understand the structure and function of sebaceous glands. Sebaceous glands are responsible for secreting sebum, an oily substance that helps lubricate and protect the skin.
Learn about the classification of exocrine glands based on their structure. Exocrine glands can be classified as simple or compound, and further as tubular, alveolar, or tubuloalveolar based on the shape of their secretory units.
Identify the characteristics of a simple branched alveolar gland. These glands have a branched duct system and alveolar (sac-like) secretory units.
Compare the structure of sebaceous glands to the characteristics of simple branched alveolar glands. Sebaceous glands have a branched duct system and sac-like secretory units, fitting the description of simple branched alveolar glands.
Conclude that sebaceous glands are classified as simple branched alveolar glands based on their structural characteristics.
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