Which of the Following is Not a Function of the Exocrine

Question

Which of the following is not a function of the exocrine sweat gland?
A) It cools the surface of the skin.
B) It conditions the surrounding skin with its lipid secretion.
C) It excretes electrolytes.
D) It interferes with adhesion of microorganisms.
E) It uses dermicidin as antibiotic protection.

Accepted Answer

The exocrine sweat gland does not condition the surrounding skin with its lipid secretion. Rather, it excretes sweat which helps to cool the surface of the skin, excrete electrolytes, interfere with adhesion of microorganisms, and use dermicidin as antibiotic protection.