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The integumentary system (skin) blocks the entrance of pathogens and prevents the loss of water.
Integumentary system (skin)
The skin is the largest organ and forms an effective barrier.
No, pathogens are not a part of the skin. Pathogens are harmful microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi, that can cause infections. The skin serves as a protective barrier against these pathogens, helping to prevent them from entering the body. While some harmless bacteria naturally reside on the skin and contribute to its health, true pathogens are not considered a normal part of skin flora.
The integumentary system is an organ system consisting of the skin, hair, nails, and exocrine glands. The skin is only a few millimeters thick yet is by far the largest organ in the body.
When pathogens enter the body, they begin to cause disease. Path=disease+ gen=to make (or generate).
The pores on your skin help to prevent harmful pathogens from entering. Pathogens cause disease, infection and Cancer. By keeping these pathogens out, this is how pores protect you.
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the skin keeps out most pathogens
The skin den the second layer is the phagocyte. These are the barriers of the skin.
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Any type of opening in the skin, including the protective covering in the eye, lowers resistance to pathogens such as staph.