All of the following are true of perspiration produced by merocrine sweat glands except that it
A) is very watery.
B) contains electrolytes and waste products.
C) helps cool the body when it evaporates.
D) helps prevent bacteria from colonizing the skin.
E) produces the body odor characteristic of "sweating."
Answer: E
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