List Three Functions Of The Skin Flashcards
1
Q
List three functions of the skin?
A
- It protects the skin.
- It helps maintain homeostasis.
- Helps produce Vitamin D and develop white blood cells known as tlymphocytes!
2
Q
How does the skin help maintain homeostasis?
A
Aids the regulation of the body temperature, slows water loss from deep tissues, synthesises biochemicals and excretes certain wastes. Contains sensory receptors.