The sebaceous glands secrete an oily substance called sebum that lubricates the skin helping to keep the skin soft and pliable. What is the other function of sebum?
a. help regulate body heat c. promote sensation of touch and pain
b. protects skin by kill-ing bacteria d. melanocyte produc-tion
B
The sebaceous glands secrete an oily substance called sebum that lubricates the skin, helping to keep the skin soft and pliable. Sebum also protects the skin by killing bacteria. The amount of sebum secreted is influenced by hormones.
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