Bill Nye Skin

Front

What is the main function of the skin?

Back

The skin protects us from sun and bacteria, helps regulate body temperature, and allows for our sense of touch.

Front

True or False: There is hair on the back of your hand.

Back

False

Front

Where are the most sensitive places on the body?

Back

Fingers and lips.

Front

How many nerve endings are there on the back of the hand?

Back

9,000 nerve endings.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a main job of the skin?

Back

Helps blood reach all our cells.

Front

What is a pimple?

Back

A pimple is a small bump on the skin that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells.

Front

What role do bacteria play in the formation of a pimple?

Back

Bacteria can infect clogged pores, leading to inflammation and pus formation.

Front

What are white blood cells?

Back

White blood cells are part of the immune system and help fight infections, including those caused by bacteria in pimples.

Front

What is the role of red blood cells?

Back

Red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body and are NOT involved in pimple formation.

Front

How does the skin help regulate body temperature?

Back

The skin regulates body temperature through sweating and adjusting blood flow.