Which of the following is an accurate characteristic or function of sweat glands?
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The question asks you to select the correct statement that describes a characteristic or function of sweat glands from the given options.
Answer
Sweat is produced in response to rising external temperatures.
The final answer is "Sweat is produced in response to rising external temperatures."
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The final answer is "Sweat is produced in response to rising external temperatures."
More Information
Sweat glands help regulate body temperature by releasing sweat when the body is hot due to external temperatures or physical activity.
Tips
A common mistake is thinking sweat glands are only activated by external temperature. They are also activated by physical activity, hormones, and stress.
Sources
- Sweat Gland Function - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics - sciencedirect.com
- The Biochemistry of Sweat - News-Medical - news-medical.net
- Sweat glands - Mayo Clinic - mayoclinic.org
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