Which gland discharges an oily secretion into hair follicles?

Mammary glands

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Ceruminous glands

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Sebaceous glands

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Sweat glands

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Solution

The correct option is C
Sebaceous glands

Sebaceous glands present in association with hair follicles, secrete an oily secretion called sebum which makes the hair and the outer surface of the skin oily.

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