Which glands secrete an oily product that softens the skin and hair?

A) ceruminous glands
B) sebaceous glands
C) apocrine sweat glands
D) eccrine sweat glands


Answer: B) sebaceous glands

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Reptiles are ectotherms, so they cannot generate their own body heat. Which of the following is an adaptation, similar to hibernation, that allows reptiles to survive periods where temperatures are cold?

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A patient reports an inability to feel or recognize expressions of fear in others. Damage to which structure in the brain could be responsible for these symptoms?

a. cerebellum b. brainstem c. amygdala d. hypothalamus

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White patches on the surface of the tongue and the oral mucosa accompanied by inflammation and swelling are signs consistent with

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