Which Type of Gland Secretes Oil for the Skin and Hair

Question

Which type of gland secretes oil for the skin and hair?
A) sebaceous gland
B) sudoriferous gland
C) eccrine gland
D) apocrine gland

Accepted Answer

Sebaceous glands are responsible for producing and secreting sebum, which is an oily substance that lubricates and waterproofs the skin and hair. Sudoriferous glands produce sweat, eccrine glands produce sweat that helps regulate body temperature, and apocrine glands produce sweat that is associated with body odor.