QUESTION IMAGE
Question
to produce sweat
to perceive touch around the hair bulb
to supply hair with nutrients
to contract and raise hair upright
what is the function of the arrector pill muscle?
Brief Explanations
The arrector pili muscle is a small smooth muscle attached to hair follicles. When it contracts, it causes the hair to stand upright. This is a physiological response often associated with cold or emotional states (like fear). Among the given options, "To contract and raise hair upright" directly describes this function.
Snap & solve any problem in the app
Get step-by-step solutions on Sovi AI
Photo-based solutions with guided steps
Explore more problems and detailed explanations
To contract and raise hair upright