10 Questions
Which layer of the skin acts as a protective barrier between internal structures and the outside world?
Epidermis
What is the main function of the skin?
Maintaining homeostasis
Which type of cells in the epidermis produce the pigment melanin?
Melanocytes
What is the role of keratin in the skin?
Protecting the skin from abrasion
Which layer of the skin contains 90% of the epidermis cells?
Epidermis
True or false: The skin is the body's largest organ.
True
True or false: The skin comprises three layers: the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis.
True
True or false: The skin acts as a protective barrier between internal structures and the outside world.
True
True or false: The skin regulates the body's internal temperature.
True
True or false: The skin synthesizes Vitamin C.
False
Test your knowledge about the skin, the body's largest organ, and learn about its functions, structure, and importance in maintaining homeostasis. Explore topics such as protection, regulation of body temperature, sensory perception, immune system role, and waste excretion.
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