WAEC Biology 1991 (August) Question 12

Question 12

Excretion

Which of the following parts of the mammalian skin is directly involved in excretion?

  1. A.Sebaceous gland
  2. B.Sweat gland
  3. C.Hormy layer
  4. D.Hair folicle
  5. E.Malphigian layer
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Sweat gland)

Explanation

Sweat glands remove water, salts and a little urea from the body.