Apocrine glands, which begin to function at puberty under hormonal influence, seem to play little role in thermoregulation. Where would we find these glands in the human body?
A) in all body regions and buried deep in the dermis
B) in the palms of the hands and soles of the feet
C) in the axillary and anogenital area
D) beneath the flexure lines in the body

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Apocrine glands are primarily located in the axillary (armpits) and anogenital areas and are associated with hair follicles. They become active during puberty and are not involved in thermoregulation.

Apocrine Glands, Which Begin to Function at Puberty Under Hormonal