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64 The Integumentary System 3. Which statement is NOT true of the glands in the dermis? a) Cerumen is produced by ceruminous glands in the ear canals. b) Apocrine sweat glands increase their secretions in response to emotions. c) Sebum from sebaceous glands prevents drying and cracking of the skin. d) Secretion of sweat by eccrine sweat glands is important to excrete excess body water. Reword your choice to make it a correct statement. 4. Which statement is NOT true of the epidermis? a) The stratum corneum consists of keratinized dead cells that prevent the loss or entry of water. b) Mitosis takes place in the stratum germinativum, and new cells are pushed toward the skin surface. c) Melanocytes produce melanin, which protects living skin layers from bacteria. d) An unbroken stratum corneum prevents the entry of pathogens and many chemicals. Reword your choice to make it a correct statement. 5. Which statement is NOT true of the role of the skin in the maintenance of body temperature