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Mechanical damage

Protects

Chemical damage

Acids and bases

Bacterial damage

Prevention of disease

Thermal damage

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UV radiation

Sun

Desication

Keratin protects from water damage.

Heat regulation

Heat regulation

Excretion

Excretion of urea and uric acid.

Vit D

Makes vitamin d

Sensory receptors

Touch.