Integumentary system

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Integumentary system function

  • Serves as a barrier against infection, injury, temp, chemicals and UV radiation from the sun

  • Helps to regulate body temperature (by sweating or expanding blood vessels)

  • Keeps water and other substance in

  • Removes waste (sweat)

  • Sense organ

  • Insulates and cushions 

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Skin
Acts as a protective barrier; regulates temperature; prevents water loss; senses touch, pain, and temperature.
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hair
Provides protection (e.g., eyelashes, scalp hair), reduces heat loss, and senses light touch.
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nails
Protect the tips of fingers and toes; provide support for picking up and manipulating objects.
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sweat glands
Produce sweat to cool the body through evaporation.
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oil glands
Produce sebum (oil) that moisturizes skin and hair.