Functional classification of exocrine glands is based on
A)shape of the gland.
B)size of the gland.
C)how the gland release its secretory product.
D)how the gland synthesizes its secretory product.
E)All of these Answer choices are correct.

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Functional classification of exocrine glands is based on how the gland releases its secretory product. There are three types of exocrine glands based on how they release their secretory product: merocrine, apocrine, and holocrine glands. The other options listed are not factors used in functional classification of exocrine glands.

Functional Classification of Exocrine Glands Is Based on