Sebum accumulation causes the growth of bacteria and results in the formation of _____.

albinism

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blackheads

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skin patches

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pimples

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Solution

The correct option is D
pimples

Pimples happen when an oily substance called sebum clogs pores. Pimples usually pop up on the face, neck, back, chest, and shoulders. sebum accumulation causes the growth of bacteria because it is nutritive, gets infected and results in the formation of boils and pimples.

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