JAMB Biology 2006 Question 29

Question 29

Homeostasis

The part of the mammalian skin involved in temperature regulation is the

  1. A.sweat gland
  2. B.hair papilla
  3. C.hair follicle
  4. D.sebaceous gland
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Answer: A (sweat gland)

Explanation

Sweat glands release sweat onto the skin. As the sweat evaporates it takes heat away and cools the body.