integumentary system-thermoregulation Flashcards
1
Q
what is an important homeostatic function of the integument
A
thermoregulation
2
Q
thermoregulation allows the body to maintain what
A
constant optimum internal temperature range
3
Q
what is the lowest layer of the integument
A
hypodermis
4
Q
what does the hypodermis contain
A
adipose tissue
5
Q
what does the adipose tissue act as due to its poor thermal conduction
A
an insulator
6
Q
what does the adipose tissue do as an insulator
A
protect against excessive heat transfer between the internal regions of the body and the external environment
