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Glands
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12th Grade
09/30/2012
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Sebum
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Oily, white substance rich in lipids. Lubricates hair and the surface of the skin, prevents drying, protects against some bacteria.
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Sebaceous glands
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Produces sebum. Opens into the hair follicle.
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Merocrine sweat glands
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Produces a watery secretion. Opens on the surface of the skin.
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Apocrine sweat glands
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Produces a thick, organic secretion that is broken down by bacteria to produce body odor. Opens into the hair follicle.
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