The skin performs the following functions:
Understand the Problem
The question asks about the functions of the skin, and you must select the correct function of those listed. The choices include aiding homeostasis, monitoring pressure and temperature, and aiding bone growth. You must determine which is the function of skin.
Answer
All of these
The skin performs multiple functions, including aiding homeostasis by regulating water content and internal temperature and monitoring the pressure and temperature of the immediate environment. Thus, the correct answer is 'All of these'.
Answer for screen readers
The skin performs multiple functions, including aiding homeostasis by regulating water content and internal temperature and monitoring the pressure and temperature of the immediate environment. Thus, the correct answer is 'All of these'.
More Information
The skin is the largest organ in the human body.
Tips
Make sure to read each answer carefully, and do your best to recall all the functions of the skin
Sources
- Structure and Function of the Skin - Skin Disorders - Merck Manuals - merckmanuals.com
- Anatomy, Skin (Integument) - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Skin: Layers, Structure and Function - Cleveland Clinic - my.clevelandclinic.org
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