Questions and Answers
Where are sudoriferous glands located?
Hypodermis
What are sudoriferous glands also known as?
Sweat is produced when the body is hot or stressed, and as the sweat evaporates, the skin cools.
True
Where is the largest concentration of sudoriferous glands located?
Signup and view all the answers
How are the sweat glands categorized?
Signup and view all the answers
What do eccrine glands produce?
Signup and view all the answers
The secretion from the eccrine gland is neutral and has no germicidal effect.
Signup and view all the answers
Where are apocrine glands located?
Signup and view all the answers
When do the apocrine glands become active?
Signup and view all the answers
Apocrine glands secrete acidic sweat.
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Overview of Sudoriferous Glands
- Sudoriferous glands, also known as sweat glands, are located in the hypodermis (the layer beneath the skin).
- They play a crucial role in regulating body temperature and secreting sweat to the skin's surface.
Types of Sudoriferous Glands
- Sweat glands are classified into two main types: eccrine glands and apocrine glands.
Eccrine Glands
- Found all over the body, eccrine glands produce a clear, watery sweat primarily composed of 99% water, with 1% containing salts and fats.
- These glands excrete their secretions through duct openings on the skin's surface.
- The sweat secreted from eccrine glands is acidic, contributing to a germicidal effect that helps prevent infections.
Apocrine Glands
- Apocrine glands are located in areas such as the groin and underarms, producing a thicker sweat that can lead to body odor when it interacts with skin bacteria.
- These glands become active during puberty, leading to increased sweating and odor.
- The sweat produced by apocrine glands is alkaline, differing from the acidic secretions of eccrine glands.
Concentration of Sweat Glands
- The largest concentrations of sudoriferous glands are found in specific areas of the body, including the underarms, groin, palms, soles of the feet, and the forehead.
- Sweat production can be triggered by heat or stress, leading to cooling of the skin through evaporation.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Test your knowledge about sudoriferous glands with these flashcards! Learn their location, function, and significance in regulating body temperature. Perfect for students studying human anatomy or biology.
