Which of These Statements Applies to Sweat Glands, Which Are

Question

Which of these statements applies to sweat glands, which are distributed over most of the body
A)most common in the axilla
B)the same as sebaceous glands that produce sebum
C)respond to elevated body temperature
D)usually attached to hair follicles

Accepted Answer

Sweat glands respond to elevated body temperature by producing sweat, which cools the body as it evaporates. A is incorrect because while sweat glands are more concentrated in certain areas like the axilla (armpit) and groin, they are still distributed over most of the body. B is incorrect because sebaceous glands produce sebum, not sweat. D is incorrect because not all sweat glands are attached to hair follicles; some are known as eccrine sweat glands and do not have a connection to hair follicles.