The Integumentary System Flashcards by Maiyah Lieferman

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______ is the first line of defense for the immune system. Waterproofs the body and is the major receptor of the sense of touch.

Skin

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Secretes sebum (oil) to lubricate the skin and discourage the growth of bacteria on the skin

Sebaceous Glands

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Secretes sweat to regulate the body temperature and water content and excrete some metabolic waste

Sweat glands

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Aids on controlling the loss of body heat

Hair

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Protect the dorsal surface of the last bone of each finger and toe

nails

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The Integumentary System Flashcards

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