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The sebaceous gland produces oil that lubricates the skin and hair. This oil, called sebum, helps prevent the skin from drying out and also provides some immune protection. The sebaceous glands are exocrine (ducted) glands that are one of the accessory organs of the skin.
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What animal scaly skin keeps its body from drying out?
Normally in the United States the animal that you would see that's skin keeps its body from drying out would be the snake and the alligator .
Why does skin get greasy?
it produces oils to stop itself from drying out.
Which organ system protects underlying organs from drying out?
dermis (skin)
What is the name of the organ that produces oil?
The skin produces oil through sebaceous glands.
What is the function of oil glands?
Keeps the skin moist and prevents it from drying or cracking.
What does a hair follicle do?
the hair follicle is a skin organ that produces hair.
What does hair follicles do?
the hair follicle is a skin organ that produces hair.
What do hair follicles do?
the hair follicle is a skin organ that produces hair.
What organ produces bile on a frog?
The answer is the gall bladder.
Why do reptiles have scaly body covering?
Well...... reptiles also have watertight skin so that kind of says why they have scaly skin. This skin keeps their body from drying out in the sun.
What body part of it keeps it from drying out?
The protective layer of oil on the skin's surface helps to keep it from drying out by preventing water loss. Additionally, the skin's natural barrier, composed of cells and lipids, works to retain moisture and keep the skin hydrated.
What body system protects the underlying organs from drying out and from mechanical damage?
Skin mainly. It's the most waterproof structure many organisms have. Of course, many animals also need to protect their skin from drying out by keeping wet, like frogs and slugs. ^^
