Question

which of the following glands produces tears?
○ eccrine
○ ceruminous
○ sebaceous
○ lacrimal

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each gland:

• Eccrine glands produce sweat.
• Ceruminous glands produce earwax.
• Sebaceous glands produce sebum (oil for skin/hair).
• Lacrimal glands are specifically responsible for producing tears.

Answer:

D. lacrimal