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What are two things synthesized by skin?
Skin synthesizes vitamin D when exposed to sunlight, which helps regulate calcium and phosphorus levels in the body. Skin also synthesizes a protein called keratin, which provides strength and protection to the outer layer of the skin.
What is the organ that synthesizes vitamin?
Vitamins are substances which are not produced by the body, and therefore are necessarily obtained from the diet.
What is in the human integumentary system?
Skin, hair, gland, and nails. Provides protection, prevents water loss, synthesizes vitamin D, site receptors, and helps regulate body temperature through sweat evaporation.
What body system obtains the nutrients from food for the body to use?
Answer Is Digestive! -Philippe D Was Here :D, God Of Smartness 181^^^
How does the integumentary system contribute to bone formation?
Your skin synthesizes vitamin D, which assists with calcium absorption. This calcium is part of the bone structure.
Can the human body use both L and D amino acids?
no
How does a chameleon use their body shape to camouflage itself?
You are a retard :D
How the integumentary system help you survive?
The integumentary system acts as a barrier against pathogens, UV radiation, and dehydration, helping to protect the body from harmful external factors. It also plays a role in regulating body temperature and provides sensory information about the external environment through nerve receptors in the skin. Additionally, the integumentary system synthesizes vitamin D, which is important for multiple body functions.
How do you use ultraviolet in every day life?
You do not use it consciously, but your body uses it (from sunlight) to generate vitamin D.
What factors limit the amount of vitamin d that can be made by the body?
The amount of vitamin D that can be made by the body is limited by factors such as sun exposure, skin pigmentation, age, geographic location, clothing coverage, and the use of sunscreen. Additionally, certain medical conditions or medications can affect the body's ability to produce vitamin D.
Why vitamin d is the essential component of the body?
without vitamin D, your body can not create calcium for your bones. in the winter you must have at least 10 min. of sun light so your body can make the required calcium. vit. D can also be stored for later use.
Which vitamin's might your body store c or d and why?
Vitamin D is the vitamin that your body can store because it can be synthesized and stored in fat cells for later use. Vitamin C, on the other hand, is not stored in the body and any excess is excreted through urine.
