List Three Functions Of The Skin Flashcards

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List three functions of the skin?

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  1. It protects the skin.
  2. It helps maintain homeostasis.
  3. Helps produce Vitamin D and develop white blood cells known as tlymphocytes!
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How does the skin help maintain homeostasis?

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Aids the regulation of the body temperature, slows water loss from deep tissues, synthesises biochemicals and excretes certain wastes. Contains sensory receptors.

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