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the integumentary system

Largest organ in the body. Skin Facts. Covers approximately 21 square feet (average size adult). Weighs about 8 lbs.. Waterproof, covered in thin layer of oil for protection and to keep it soft and pliable. Skin's purpose is to protect and regulate the temperature of the body (through sweating and goose bumps); and body's first line of defense against disease and infection..

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the integumentary system

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    1. The Integumentary System

    4. Great Skin Vocab! Yippee!!

    5. Common Skin Problems Sunburn – prolonged exposure to UV rays can lead to greater risk of skin cancer

    6. Common Skin Problems

    7. Acne – caused by over secretion of sebum from oil gland, clogging hair follicles. Hormones can also play a role in causing acne. Pores & skin can host bacteria which causes inflammation. Common Skin Problems

    8. Psoriasis – caused by rapid growth of skin cells, chronic, genetic Common Skin Problems

    9. Cancers Common Skin Problems

    10. Cancers Common Skin Problems

    11. Common Skin Problems Athlete’s Foot

    13. References http://www.emc.maricopa.edu/faculty/farabee/biobk/BioBookINTEGUSYS.html#Links www.dictionary.com

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