The Skin: Yahoo! Reference Guide
The integument covers the body and protects the deeper tissues from injury, from drying and from invasion by foreign organisms; it contains the peripheral endings of many of the sensory nerves; it plays an important part in the regulation of the body temperature, and has also limited excretory and absorbing powers.
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The Skin: Anatomy and Histology of Normal Skin
The skin is considered the largest organ of the body and has many different functions. The skin functions in thermoregulation, protection, metabolic functions and sensation. The skin is divided into two main regions, the epidermis, and the dermis, each providing a distinct role in the overall function of the skin.
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The Skin: Detailed Information
The skin or cutis covers the entire outer surface of the body. Structurally, the skin consists of two layers which differ in function, histological appearance and their embryological origin. The outer layer or epidermis is formed by an epithelium and is of ectodermal origin.
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The Skin: Advanced Information
The skin is the largest organ in the body: 12-15% of body weight, with a surface area of 1-2 meters. Skin is continuous with, but structurally distinct from mucous membranes that line the mouth, anus, urethra, and vagina. Two distinct layers occur in the skin: the dermis and epidermis.
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The Skin: Online Tutorial
In this lab you will learn how to identify the various components found in the Integumentary System.(Skin)
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The Skin: Images & Cross Sections
Get the appropriate image: Duct of Seat Gland, Intraepithelial Scalp, Panoramic, En Face Hair Follicle, Transverse Section 1 Sebaceous Gland ...
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