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What are the 7 functions of your skin system?
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- Cover body
- Prevent loss of water - Protect body from injury and infection. - Regulate body temperature. - Eliminate waste. - Gather information about environment. - Produce vitamin D in sunlight (helps to digest calcium.) |
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What are the layers of skin?
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Epidermis
Dermis |
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Epidermis
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Top layer, thin, no nerves or blood vessels.
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Dermis
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Bottom layer, thick w/ blood vessels and nerves. Contains hair follicles and oil / sweat glands.
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What is Melanin?
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Melanin - pigment that give skin its color. Produced in epidermis.
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Melanoma
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Skin cancer. occurs when in sun w/o protection. most likely to be found in face and hands.
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