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The skin's functions are for protection, water resistant barrier, Vitamin D synthesis, sensation, thermoregulation and social functions (i.e., facial expressions.) The hypodermis does NONE of these. It's function is as an energy reservoir and for thermal insulation. Therefore, it does not meet the criteria for skin proper.
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Is the hypodermis considered a part of the skin?
Yes, the hypodermis is considered a part of the skin.
What is the fat layer of the skin?
It is the subcutaneous layer The hypodermis is the fatty layer under the skin.
What is the innermost layer of skin?
The inner layer of the skin is known as the dermis.
What skin layer contains fat?
Hypodermis
What is they layer of tissue underneath epidermis and hypodermis?
The skin layers from top to bottom are the epidermis (top layer), dermis (middle layer), and hypodermis (bottom layer).
What is the hypodermis?
is the deepest layer of the skin. composed of adipose and areolar connective tissue. The hypodermis is also known as the subcutaneous layer. it provides insulation and stores fat.
What is the middle layer of your skin?
sebaceous The dermis is the middle layer of skin. The outer layer is the epidermis, and the inner layer is the hypodermis. NO... The answer is DERMIS... NOT Brock layer...
The lower layer of skin is the?
DermisDermis. hypodermis also known as subcutaneous layer
What is the protective underlying layer of skin?
shut up idiot
What do you call the layer of fat under your skin?
it is usually called the hypodermis
Which one of the 3 layers is not part of the integumentary?
Anything that does not include the epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous layer or even basement layer is not a part of the skin layer. Also the lining of epithelial cells on the uterine.. or even gastrointestinal tract is considered part of the integumentary system.. (not skin).
What are the three layer of skin?
Epidermis, Dermis, and Subcutaneous Tissue.
