Match each term with its description or definition.
-Transfer of heat from one surface to another because of contact with each other
A)Hair papilla
B)Radiation
C)Apocrine gland
D)Lanugo
E)Convection
F)Germinal matrix
G)Sebaceous gland
H)Eccrine gland
I)Conduction
J)Ceruminous gland

Question

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Conduction is the transfer of heat from one surface to another because of contact with each other.

Answer: B
 Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves.

Answer: H
 Eccrine glands secrete sweat and regulate body temperature through evaporative cooling.

Answer: D
 Lanugo is the fine, downy hair that covers a developing fetus.

Answer: F
 Germinal matrix is the area of the hair bulb where cell division and hair growth occur.

Answer: G
 Sebaceous glands secrete sebum, an oily substance that lubricates the skin and hair.

Answer: C
 Apocrine glands secrete a viscous, odorless organic substance that is acted upon by skin bacteria to produce body odor.

Answer: A
 Hair papilla is a projection of connective tissue at the base of a hair follicle that provides blood supply and nutrients to nourish hair growth.

Answer: J
 Ceruminous glands are modified sweat glands located in the ear canal that secrete cerumen, or earwax, to protect and lubricate the ear canal.

Match Each Term with Its Description or Definition