All of the following are functions of lactic acid in sweat except which one?
A) Maintain a pH between 4 and 6.
B) Produce a scent that influences behavior.
C) Forms an acid mantle on the skin.
D) Reduces the number of pathogens on the skin.

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The presence of lactic acid in merocrine sweat causes the pH range of merocrine sweat to be 4 to 6. This forms an acid mantle on the skin that reduces the growth of bacteria.

All of the Following Are Functions of Lactic Acid in Sweat