Question

An oily substance called sebum is secreted by
a) sweat gland
b) sebaceous gland
c) thyroid gland
d) tear gland

Answer 1

The Sebaceous glands secrets an oily and wax substance known as sebum. So the correct answer is “B”.

They are microscopic exocrine glands that release oily substance to lubricate the waterproof skin and hair of mammals and animals.

These glands are mostly found in scalp and on face. They are not found on the palm of hands and soles of the feet. The type of secretion from sebaceous glands is called holocrine.

Answer 2

Answer:b.sebaceous gland or called sebum

Explanation:the oily substances produce in the sebaceous gland is sebum