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Which layer of the skin is the outermost protective shield of the body?
Which layer of the skin is the outermost protective shield of the body?
- Epithelial cells
- Epidermis (correct)
- Dermis
- Connective tissue
What is the surface area of the skin in square meters?
What is the surface area of the skin in square meters?
- 2.0 to 5.0
- 1.5 to 4.0
- 1.2 to 2.2 (correct)
- 2.5 to 3.5
What percentage of total body weight does the skin account for in the average adult?
What percentage of total body weight does the skin account for in the average adult?
- 90%
- 50%
- 100%
- 70% (correct)
Which layer of the skin is a tough, leathery layer composed mostly of dense connective tissue?
Which layer of the skin is a tough, leathery layer composed mostly of dense connective tissue?
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How thick can the skin be in millimeters in different parts of the body?
How thick can the skin be in millimeters in different parts of the body?
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