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integumentary.system
chapter 12
Question | Answer |
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Intact skin is the first line of defense for the immune system. Waterproofs the body and is the major receptor for the sense of touch. | skin - cutane/o, dermat/o, derm/o |
Secrete sebum (oil) to lubricate the skin and discourage the growth of bacteria on the skin. | sebaceous glands - seb/o |
Secrete sweat to regulate body temperature and water content, and excrete some meabolic wast. | sweat glands - hidr/o |
Aids in controlling the loss of body heat. | hair - pil/i, pil/o |
Protect the dorsal surface of the last bone of each finger and toe. | nails - onych/o, ungu/o |