Question

Find the correct sequence of the formation of acne or pimples.

• A. Increased activity of sweat and sebaceous glands -> secrete sebum -> accumulation of sebum -> formation of pimples
• B. Increased activity of sweat and sebaceous glands -> accumulation of sebum -> secrete sebum -> formation of pimples
• C. Accumulation of sebum -> Increased activity of sweat and sebaceous glands -> secrete sebum -> formation of pimples
• D. Accumulation of sebum -> secrete sebum -> Increased activity of sweat and sebaceous glands -> formation of pimples

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Increased activity of sweat and sebaceous glands -> secrete sebum -> accumulation of sebum -> formation of pimples

At the onset of puberty, the sweat glands and sebaceous glands enter into extreme activity. They secrete sebum which then accumulates on the skin and gives rise to pimples.