Question

which type of gland would release its secretion through exocytosis with no harm to the glandular cell itself?
answer options: merocrine, sebaceous, holocrine, apocrine, i dont know yet

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each gland type:

• Merocrine glands (e.g., salivary, sweat) secrete via exocytosis, where vesicles release contents without damaging the cell.
• Sebaceous glands are holocrine (cells rupture to release sebum).
• Holocrine glands involve cell lysis (cell dies to release secretion).
• Apocrine glands release parts of the cell (with some damage).

Only merocrine uses exocytosis without harming the glandular cell.

Answer:

Merocrine (the option corresponding to "Merocrine" among the choices)