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What are the functions of the integument?
What are the functions of the integument?
The functions of the integument include protection from mechanical & chemical injury, protection against invasion by microorganisms, regulation of body temperature, excretion of waste materials, vitamin D production, reception of environmental stimuli, and control of movement of nutrient and gases.
What does the integument include?
What does the integument include?
The integument includes the skin and structures associated with the skin, such as hair, nails, scales, feathers, and horns.
What is the role of the integument in vitamin D production?
What is the role of the integument in vitamin D production?
The integument plays a role in the production of vitamin D.
