Which is a characteristic of apocrine sweat glands but not eccrine sweat glands?

A) Found on the hands and feet
B) Open into hair follicles
C) Located in the epidermis
D) Function to regulate body temperature


Answer: B

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What principle causes the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the capillaries and the alveoli?

A. Diffusion B. Absorption C. Secretion D. Active transport E. Filtration

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A muscle that decreases the size of an opening is a

a) rotator. b) tensor. c) pronator. d) sphincter. e) depressor.

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Each germ layer develops into specific structures. The nervous system develops from the _______

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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