Relacionar Columnas 2.32 Concepts of the Integumentary System (D)Versión en línea Concepts of the Integumentary System por Emir Barajas 1 Generates hair 2 Other skin functions 3 Four main functions of the skin. 4 Actions for skin care and protection 5 Structures associated to the skin 6 What is melanin? 7 They produce melanin 8 Three main layers of the skin. 1. Substances absorbtion (Ex: some medicines) 2. Excretion (water, electrolytes, toxines) 3. Vitamin D synthesis Hair follicle Sebaceus glands, sweat glands, hair and nails. 1.Protection against infections 2.Protection against dehydration 3. Body temperature regulation 4. Capture sensations 1. Proper nutrition 2. Sport (helps circulation) 3. Regular cleaning 4. Sunlight protection (UV rays). Cells called melanocytes 1. Epidermis 2. Dermis 3. Hipodermis o subcutane layer Pigment that gives color to the skin, hair and eyes. People with darker skin produce a larger amount of melanin.
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