Integumentary System (Overview)

The video explains the importance of protecting the skin to prevent melanoma, highlighting the integumentary system's role as a barrier. It details the skin's functions, including protection, thermoregulation, and Vitamin D synthesis. The epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis layers are described, emphasizing their roles in health and temperature regulation. The video concludes with recommendations for sun protection to prevent skin cancer.

What is the role of the hypodermis in the integumentary system?

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Why is it important to protect the skin from sun exposure?

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