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Anatomy & Physiology: Types of Sweat Glands

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  • Where are apocrine sweat glands found?

    In the pectoral, pubic, and axillary regions.

  • Which sweat glands are widespread except on palms and soles?

    Apocrine sweat glands.

  • Which sweat glands are found in all skin areas?

    Eccrine sweat glands.

  • Into where do apocrine sweat glands secrete?

    Into hair follicles only.

  • Where do eccrine sweat glands secrete?

    Onto the skin surface or into hair follicles.

  • What type of sweat do eccrine glands produce?

    A watery sweat used for thermoregulation.

  • When are apocrine sweat glands activated?

    During puberty.