Integumentary System

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What is the Integumentary System?

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The Integumentary System is the organ system that includes the skin, hair, nails, and glands, serving as a protective barrier for the body.

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What is the primary function of the skin?

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The primary function of the skin is to protect the body from external damage, regulate temperature, and provide sensory information.

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What is Melanin?

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Melanin is a pigment found in the epidermis that gives skin its color and protects against UV radiation.

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What are the three main layers of the skin?

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The three main layers of the skin are the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous fat.

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What type of tissue makes up the epidermis?

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The epidermis is made up of epithelial tissue.

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What is a 1st degree burn?

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A 1st degree burn affects only the outer layer of skin (epidermis) and is characterized by redness and minor pain, like a sunburn.

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What is the dermis?

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The dermis is the middle layer of skin that contains blood vessels, nerves, hair follicles, and connective tissue.

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What is NOT a function of the skin?

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Producing calcium is NOT a function of the skin.

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Which layer of skin contains blood vessels?

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The dermis contains blood vessels, while the epidermis does not.

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What is the role of sweat glands in the skin?

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Sweat glands help regulate body temperature by producing sweat, which cools the body when it evaporates.