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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which skin appendage is involved in sensation?
Options
A Sebaceous glands
B Hair follicles
Correct Answer
C Nails
D Mammary glands
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Hair follicles are surrounded by sensory nerve endings (hair follicle receptors) that detect hair movement, contributing to tactile sensation and proprioception.

Hint

Consider which appendage has associated nerve endings that detect touch.

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