PARTS OF THE SKIN

This sends signals to the brain.

• receptors

• nerve endings

• oil gland

• sweat gland

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This is the outer layer of the skin

• hypodermis

• epidermis

• dermis

• sweat gland

This is a tiny opening on the skin.

• pore

• brain

• hair shaft

• nerve ending

This is the middle layer of the skin and is called "TRUE SKIN".

• hypodermis

• epidermis

• dermis

This produces the oil that makes the skin soft and smooth.

• melanin

• oil gland

• sweat gland

• receptor

This is the main pigment that gives skin its color.

• melanin

• oil gland

• sweat gland

• receptor

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This is the largest organ of the body.

• skin

• oil gland

• sweat gland

• receptor

This interprets the signals coming from the nerve endings.

• skin

• brain

• sweat gland

• receptor

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

This sends touch signals to nerve endings.

• skin

• brain

• sweat gland

• receptor

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

This removes excess salts, water, and other wastes from the body.

• skin

• brain

• sweat gland

• receptor