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Which gland discharges an oily secretion into hair follicles?


A

Sweat glands

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Ceruminous glands

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C

Sebaceous glands

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Meibomian 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. In hot and humid conditions, the secretion of sebum increase and makes skin more oily.


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