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Why do mammals lack mucus glands in thei...

Why do mammals lack mucus glands in their skin

A

The skin is not slippery

B

The skin is tough

C

The epidermis has many layers of cells

D

The skin is not respiratory

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The correct Answer is:
D
Mammals lack mucous gland as in mammals skin does not function as respirator organ. Mucous makes the skin moist and helps in respiration.
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