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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Nails are considered a type of:
Options
A Sweat gland
B Skin appendage
Correct Answer
C Melanocyte
D Sebaceous gland
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Nails are considered skin appendages. They are hardened structures derived from the epidermis that protect the fingertips and toes and enhance fine touch and manipulation.

Hint

These are specialized structures that develop from the skin.

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