Question

Name any two glands found in human skin. State their functions.

Answer 1

Skin:

1. It is the outermost covering of our body.
2. It is generally protective in nature.
3. It has various glands too having different functions.

Two glands found in human skin are:

1. Meibomian glands:

1. These are modified sebaceous glands which open on the margins of the eyelids.
2. Their secretion is oily and serves to lubricate the margins of the lids and to prevent the overflow of tears.

2. Ceruminous glands:

1. These are modified sebaceous glands found in the auditory canal.
2. It protects the delicate eardrum from germs.