The Integumentary System

Animals have coverings on their bodies that help them survive in their environment. The human body is covered with skin. Skin protects the body and is part of the integumentary system. Find one of the main functions of skin in the integumentary system.

What is the primary function of the epidermis?

What are the functions of the following components found in the dermis: Nerve Endings, Blood Vessels, Sweat & Oil Glands, and Hair Follicles?

Which of these is true of adipose tissue?

What percentage of your total body weight is skin?

Which layer contains the "living" parts like nerves and blood vessels?

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