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Less numerous type of perspiration-producing gland found mainly in the pubic axillary?
Apocrine glands are the less numerous type of perspiration-producing gland found mainly in the pubic and axillary regions. These glands are larger than eccrine glands and produce a thicker secretion that can be odorless but may develop a distinct odor when bacteria on the skin break down the secretion.
What are the two portion of the adrenal gland?
couldnt care less
Why you maintain gland steam temp in steam turbine power plant?
gland steam temp should be nearer to less than turbine lub. oil flash point.
How does having one adrenal gland affect a person's behavior?
If adrenal gland releases less cortisol then person may suffer from stress and will not act if he is harmed(beaten up) by someone.
Secretions from this gland neutralize acid before semen is released?
The bulbourethral gland (or Cowper's gland) secretes a clear fluid that neutralizes acidic urine residue in the urethra, providing a less acidic environment for sperm as they travel through the urethra. This neutralization helps protect the sperm from damage and supports their survival and motility.
Why does the body feel warmer on more humid days than less humid days?
Your body cools itself by perspiration; droplets of sweat are excreted through the pores and onto the skin. If the air is dry, and if you have a little breeze, the perspiration will evaporate quickly. This requires that the liquid water absorb heat from the skin and surrounding air in order to be come water vapor. This cools you off. If the air is still and damp, then the perspiration remains on your skin and does not evaporate. And doesn't cool you off.
Do house humidifiers make your house feel warmer?
Yes. Your body cools itself through evaporation of perspiration. The higher the humidity level the less your body is able to cool itself.
What are the benefits of contact lenses over eyeglasses?
better vision, less distortion, clear peripheral vision, and cosmetic appeal. In addition, contacts do not steam up from perspiration or changes in temperature.
Why will the thyroid gland stop producing thyroxine when the body warms?
When the body warms up, the hypothalamus detects this change and signals the pituitary gland to release less thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). This decreased TSH signal causes the thyroid gland to decrease its production of thyroxine. Thyroxine helps regulate metabolism, so when the body is warm and metabolic needs are lower, less thyroxine is needed.
What organ in the lymphatic system is less important as we age?
The lymphatic or lymphoid organ that decreases in size and in function as a person ages is the thymus gland. The thymus gland, which is situated in the chest area, is important because it plays a major role in the immune system. It is in this gland that T-cells are produced.
What happens when the thyroid gland produces less thyroxine?
Thyroxine has to do with metabolism. Having an underactive thyroid is a condition called hypothyroidism
Why does body temperature increase when dehydrated?
In hot climate, your body temperature increases easily as there is less water available for perspiration. It is an attempt of the body to conserve the body water, at the expense of body temperature.
