What area of the skin structure is responsible for the “goosebump” formation of the skin?

Q. What area of the skin structure is responsible for the “goosebump” formation of the skin?
Answer: Arrector Pili Muscle
Notes: Arrector pili muscles are small muscles attached to hair follicles in mammals. The contraction of these muscles causes the hairs to stand up at the ends, known as goosebumps.

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