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Organ
A group of tissues that work together to perform a specific function within the body, such as the skin, heart, or lungs.
Included in Integumentary System:
epidermis, dermis, hypodermis, hair, nails, sweat and oil glands
What structures are the nerves in the dermis associated with?
Sensory receptors for touch, pressure, temperature, and pain.
Cornified:
Dead cells move upwards and become flattened, creating a hard protective layer of skin.
Major functions of integumentary system:
homeostasis (temp) vitamin D, detect stimuli
Epidermis:
melanocytes, keratinocytes, merkel cells
Dermis:
loose/dense connective tissue, blood vessels,
