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The sebaceous glands, also known as oil glands, prevent water loss. These glands are found in the dermis, and secrete sebum to protect the outer layer of the skin.
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What skin structure act to prevent water loss as wellas inhibiting bacterial growth on the surface of the skin?
Sweat Glands
Does blubber help to prevent water loss from the body?
Blubber, or subcutaneous fat, helps prevent heat loss from the body. Keratin in the epidermis helps prevent water loss from the body.
Why does the cuticle prevent water loss?
Cuticle being impervious to water prevents water loss
Does fat associated with skin prevent water loss?
No, fat associated with skin prevents heat loss. Keratin and sebum associated with skin prevent water loss.
What plant leaf is adapted to prevent water loss?
Most of their stomata are on the underside of the leaf.
Why do you have oil glands in your skin?
We have oil glands because skin needs to be slightly oily to prevent it from losing water too quickly.
What prevent water loss in leaves?
A waxy layer called the cuticle prevents water loss in leaves.
Where does water plants have stomata?
to prevent excessive water loss by transpiration
What skin structure acts to prevent water loss?
the hair
What is HELP designed to prevent?
The loss of body heat when in the water.
What is the main objective of curing?
prevent or replenish loss of water
How do leaves and stems that have waxy coverings to prevent water loss help the plants stay alive?
The waxy covering helps to prevent excessive water loss, and prevents the plant drying out.
