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Sweat Gland

Key Stage 3

Meaning

A sweat gland is a tissue in the skin which makes and releases sweat.

Key Stage 4

Meaning

A sweat gland is a tissue in the skin which secretes sweat.

About Sweat Glands

Sweat glands are used in thermoregulation and secrete sweat when the body temperature gets too high.
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A diagram showing a sweat gland.