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THE SKIN

THE SKIN. Functions of the skin. Protection from injury Protection from invasion of microorganisms Helps to regulate body temperature Has receptors for sense of touch including pain. Word Components. Layers of the Skin. Epidermis – outer layer Dermis – inner layer. The Epidermis.

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THE SKIN

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  1. THE SKIN

  2. Functions of the skin • Protection from injury • Protection from invasion of microorganisms • Helps to regulate body temperature • Has receptors for sense of touch including pain

  3. Word Components

  4. Layers of the Skin • Epidermis – outer layer • Dermis – inner layer

  5. The Epidermis • Outer layer is composed of dead cells(scales) i.e.stratum corneum Act 2

  6. Word Components

  7. Word Components

  8. Word Components

  9. Appendages of skin • Hairs • Sebaceous glands • Sweat glands • nails

  10. Word Components

  11. Word Components

  12. Sebaceous Glands • Open into side of hair follicle • Produce sebum • Sebum is an oily secretion which lubricates & waterproofs hair & skin • Excessive secretion of sebum can caus acne vulgaris i.e. inflamed skin which develops pus filled pimples Act 4

  13. Conditions and Terms

  14. Conditions and Terms

  15. Procedures

  16. Abbreviations

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