Basic Integumentary

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What is the surface area of the skin?

1.2 to 2.2 square meters

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What is the weight of the skin?

9 to 11 pounds

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What is the thickness of the skin?

1.5 to 4mm thick

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What are the general functions of the skin?

keeps body contents bundled, sensation of touch, thermoregulation, and protection

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Describe the tissue of the epidermis

It is keratinized, stratified, squamous epithelium

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Describe the tissue of the dermis

dense irregular connective tissue; collagen fibers run in all directions

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Describe the tissue of the hypodermis

Adipose cells/fat storage

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What are the functions of the hypodermis?

It anchors skin loosely to underlying fascia so it can slide, and it is a shock absorber and insulator