Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Your ears secrete more earwax when you are afraid than when you aren't.

  1. True

  2. False
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The claim is true - stress responses can trigger increased secretion from various glands, including ceruminous (earwax) glands. The sympathetic nervous system activation during fear states can increase production of sweat, oils, and other secretions including earwax.

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