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The increased activity of which gland in adolescents makes the body smelly?

A

Thyroid gland

B

Sweat gland

C

Sebaceous gland

D

Salivary gland

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks which gland's increased activity during adolescence causes body odor. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options given are: - A) Thyroid gland - B) Sweat gland - C) Sebaceous gland - D) Salivary gland 3. **Analyzing Each Gland**: - **Thyroid Gland**: This gland regulates metabolism but is not directly responsible for body odor. - **Sweat Gland**: This gland is responsible for producing sweat, which can lead to body odor when it interacts with bacteria on the skin. - **Sebaceous Gland**: This gland produces oil (sebum) for the skin but does not primarily cause body odor. - **Salivary Gland**: This gland produces saliva and is not related to body odor. 4. **Conclusion**: The gland that increases its activity during adolescence and leads to body odor is the **sweat gland** (Option B). 5. **Final Answer**: The increased activity of the **sweat gland** in adolescents makes the body smelly. ---
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