Asked by Breanna Andrade on May 06, 2024
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All of the following structures are considered to be accessory structures of the skin, except
A) hair follicles.
B) sweat glands.
C) nails.
D) sebaceous glands.
E) All of these are considered to be accessory structures of the skin.
Accessory Structures
Structures that are not vital for the body to function but support or assist the role of major organs or systems.
- Determine the assorted supporting structures of the integumentary system and their purposes.
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Zybrea KnightMay 08, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
All of these options (hair follicles, sweat glands, nails, and sebaceous glands) are indeed considered accessory structures of the skin. These structures support the skin's role in protection, sensation, and thermoregulation.
Learning Objectives
- Determine the assorted supporting structures of the integumentary system and their purposes.