Merocrine sweat glands
A)are most common in the axilla.
B)are the same as apocrine glands.
C)respond to elevated body temperature.
D)are usually attached to hair follicles.
E)produce a potentially odorous secretion.

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Merocrine sweat glands respond to elevated body temperature by releasing sweat onto the surface of the skin to cool the body down. This type of sweat gland is different from apocrine glands, which produce a secretion that is often associated with body odor. Merocrine sweat glands are found all over the body, but are most abundant on the palms, soles, and forehead. They are not usually attached to hair follicles.

Merocrine Sweat Glands