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gbarreiro

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Sebaceous glands produce ________.
 
  A) sweat
  B) water
  C) oil
  D) bacteria

Question 2

Of the five strata of the epidermis, the stratum ________ is the outermost, horny layer.
 
  A) granulosum
  B) lucidum
  C) germinativum
  D) corneum


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patma1981

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) The sebaceous glands do not produce sweat.
B) The sebaceous glands do not produce water.
C) Correct. Sebaceous glands produce oil or sebum.
D) The sebaceous glands do not produce bacteria.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) The stratum granulosum is where large amounts of keratin are made.
B) The stratum lucidum is present in thick skin of the palms and soles.
C) The stratum germinativum is the innermost epidermal layer.
D) Correct. The corneum, which means horn-like, is the outer layer of dry, hard skin cells.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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