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Layers of the |
Skin |
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Functions of the skin |
Protection Excretion Temperature Regulation |
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Three main layers of the skin |
Epidermis- upper layer Dermis- middle layer Hypodermis- lower layer |
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Three sections of Epidermis |
*Malpighian layer - contains melanin, produces new epidermis. *Granular layer - contains living cell but towards the outside it gives way to cornified layer. *Cornified layer - consists of dead cells. |
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Sebaceous gland produces |
Sebum |
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Five stimuli the skin responds to |
Touch Pressure Heat Cold Pain |
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Dark pigment in human skin |
Melanin |
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Functions of melanin |
Determines skin colour Screen against ultra violent rays |
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Section of skin pigment is found |
Malpighian layer |
