Bill Nye Skin Science Quiz

What is the largest organ in the human body?

• Liver

• Heart

• Skin

• Lungs

What is the function of the skin?

• Regulates body temperature

• Produces blood cells

• Aids in digestion

• Pumps oxygen to the body

What is the purpose of sweat on the skin?

• To cool the body down

• To make the skin slippery

• To provide nutrients to the skin

• To protect from UV rays

What is the purpose of goosebumps on the skin?

• To indicate happiness

• To regulate body temperature

• To improve grip

• To signal danger

What is the pigment in the skin called?

• Melanin

• Melatonin

• Collagen

• Keratin

What is the purpose of the sebaceous glands in the skin?

• To regulate body temperature

• To produce oil for the skin

• To produce sweat

• To produce vitamin D

What is the purpose of the experiment with warm and cold water on the skin?

• To test skin sensitivity

• To test skin elasticity

• To test skin thickness

• To test skin color

What is the purpose of the experiment with pencils on the skin?

• To test skin texture

• To test skin temperature

• To test skin sensitivity

• To test skin thickness