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Which layer of the skin is the outermost?
Which layer of the skin is the outermost?
What role does the skin play in regulating body temperature?
What role does the skin play in regulating body temperature?
How many layers are associated with the epidermis according to Figure 3.1?
How many layers are associated with the epidermis according to Figure 3.1?
What is one of the functions of the skin?
What is one of the functions of the skin?
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What is the cutaneous membrane more commonly known as?
What is the cutaneous membrane more commonly known as?
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Study Notes
The Skin
- The skin, also known as the cutaneous membrane, forms a barrier between the body's internal organs and the external environment.
- It plays a vital role in maintaining homeostasis of the internal environment.
Functions of the Skin
- Provides a protective covering for the body
- Regulates body temperature
- Prevents water loss from the deepest tissues
- Excretes small quantities of wastes
Layers of the Skin
- The skin consists of two main layers: the epidermis (outer layer) and the dermis (inner layer)
- The epidermis consists of four sublayers:
- Stratum corneum
- Stratum lucidum
- Stratum granulosum
- Germinative layer
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Learn about the functions and importance of the skin, a vital organ that protects the body and regulates body temperature.
