Hair, Skin, and Nails

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What is the main function of hair?

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The main function of hair is to provide protection, regulate body temperature, and enhance sensory perception.

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What are hair follicles?

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Hair follicles are special tubes in the skin from which hair grows.

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True or False: Hair is made of living cells.

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False. The visible part of hair is made of dead cells.

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What part of the hair is alive?

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The bottom part of the hair follicle is alive.

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What is the outer layer of skin called?

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The outer layer of skin is called the epidermis.

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What is the function of skin?

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The skin protects the body, regulates temperature, and allows for sensation.

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True or False: Nails can feel pain.

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False. Nails do not have nerve endings and cannot feel pain.

Front

What are nails made of?

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Nails are made of a tough protein called keratin.

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What is the role of the dermis?

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The dermis is the layer of skin beneath the epidermis that contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue.

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What is the purpose of sweat glands?

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Sweat glands help regulate body temperature by producing sweat.