Integumentary System

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What is the Integumentary System?

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The Integumentary System is the organ system that includes the skin, hair, nails, and associated glands, serving as a protective barrier for the body.

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What are the main functions of the Integumentary System?

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The main functions include protection, regulation of body temperature, sensation, and synthesis of vitamin D.

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What is the outermost layer of the skin called?

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The outermost layer of the skin is called the epidermis.

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What type of cells are primarily found in the epidermis?

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Keratinocytes are the primary cells found in the epidermis.

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What is the role of melanin in the skin?

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Melanin is a pigment that provides color to the skin and protects against UV radiation.

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What is the hypodermis?

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The hypodermis, also known as subcutaneous tissue, is the layer beneath the dermis that contains adipose (fat) tissue.

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What is a 1st degree burn?

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A 1st degree burn affects only the outer layer of skin (epidermis), causing redness and minor pain.

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What is a 2nd degree burn?

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A 2nd degree burn affects both the epidermis and part of the dermis, causing blisters and more severe pain.

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What is a 3rd degree burn?

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A 3rd degree burn extends through the dermis and affects deeper tissues, often resulting in white or charred skin.

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What vitamin is synthesized in the skin?

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Vitamin D is synthesized in the skin when exposed to sunlight.