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Which of the following is NOT considered an appendage of the skin?
Which of the following is NOT considered an appendage of the skin?
- Sweat glands
- Nails (correct)
- Hairs
- Sebaceous glands
What is the approximate surface area of the skin in adults?
What is the approximate surface area of the skin in adults?
- 2-2.5 m2
- 0.5-1 m2
- 1.5-2 m2 (correct)
- 1-1.5 m2
Which of the following is NOT a function of the skin?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the skin?
- Containment of body structures
- Production of red blood cells (correct)
- Maintenance of body temperature
- Protection from harmful substances
How does the skin protect the body from ultraviolet radiation?
How does the skin protect the body from ultraviolet radiation?
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What is the role of the blood vessels in the skin?
What is the role of the blood vessels in the skin?
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