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Integumentary System (skin)

The Integumentary System includes the skin, hair and nails and is the human body's largest organ system.

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What layers of the skin are damaged from blisters?

The most superficial layers are damaged and filled with fluid. Some can be deeper but none go into the dermis.

What is microflora and what does it have to do with skin?

Microflora is the bacteria that lives on the skin, any bacteria classified as in an 'ecosystem' is usually associated as microflora.

It breeds and often lives on the human skin, only to die in short periods due to the acidity level of the skin, which helps keep the bacteria out of the body.

Good thing not to bite nails, etc. This is why.

Why is skin wrinkely?

Skin gets wrinkely because as you get older your bones thin out and your muscles thin out and your skin gets a littel fragiel.. and droops down a bit. That is Why skin is wrinkely

Which skin structure act to prevent water loss as well as inhibiting bacterial growth on the skin?

1. Washing yourself / picking up stuff / wearing clothes

2. Establishing a slightly acidic and oily environment on your skin.

Does the stratum corneum contain melanin?

No. They are found in the lowest layer of the epidermis (stratum basale)

No. They are found in the lowest layer of the epidermis (stratum basale).

Is it true that histamines are released when the skin blocks germs from entering the immine system?

When a foreign substance is introduced, the body releases larger amounts of histamine to the site of infection.

Why does the Stratum Corneum slough off?

Cells in the stratum corneum undergo the process of molting (shedding off the old skin) to reproduce new and better ones.

How do you get skin diseases?

flesh eating bacteria is spread through close personal contact. butthat does not mean that if you hug someone you will get a flesh eating virus.

What is a friable callus?

"Friable" describes the condition of tissue that is easily broken or torn. That can be the result of infection or damage to the tissue from injury or disease. For example, the skin of a scleroderma patient that it is very taut and "stretched thin" can be easily damaged. That tissue would be called friable.

Which skin layer is the sight of melanin formation?

The melanin in the skin is produced by melanocytes. which are found in the basal layerof the epidermis.

You might want to know that because melanin is an aggregate of smaller component molecules, there are many different types of melanin with differing proportions and bonding patterns of these component molecules. Melanin is found in a whole bunch of cells throughout more parts of your body than just the epidermis of skin. (outerlayer).

How does clothing protect humans?

Well let me think. Years ago when man discovered women they had no clothes. But if you read good enough it doesnt make sences cause a bit of the old book it came out of it had a bit of that page ripped out so its probley women who discovered man. so women make the project P.O.R.N. so man wanted to make easy cash so they make P.O.R.N. companies so they had to make clothes so they made clothes so people wouldn't get free P.O.R.N. so yea that's why clothes are here.

What protects the skin from ultraviolet radiation?

Melanin is a substance produced by the skin that protects the skin from ultraviolet radiation. It also gives skin its color.

What are six protective features of the skin?

The skin has many features that protect the body. It's waterproof nature keeps moisture inside. The sensory nerves warn you of danger (such as excessive heat). Melanin provides protection against UV radiation. Sebum and the acid mantle protect your skin against foreign matter. The sweat pores and fine hairs help with temperature regulation. The skin also is the site of vitamin D synthesis, which helps protect your bones.

Is skin made from fibers?

There is nothing in skin that can qualify as fibrous. Skin is composed of layered living and dead cells, without any complex structure. Muscle would be considered a fiber-based tissue.

What is the bottom layer of skin called scientifically?

I've been there, my friend. I learned that and aced my test. Lets move on to cells. In skin cells, there is a hard outer covering. Inside, is the cell membrane. I guarantee you that your teacher will be impressed.

What happen if the epidermis is injured?

When the epidermis is slightly injured, new skin cells are formed to replace the ones that were lost in the damaged area. Your body works quickly and smartly to cover up that area before an infection may occur. If the epidermis is more than slightly injured, you should get some serious attention before an infection occurs. However, in both cases, your skin will eventually repair and makes repairs to the burned or hurt area of skin.

What is the definition of skin and what are the various types of skin?

1- it form barrier that helps prevent harmful microorganisms and chemicals from entering the body

2- it also prevent the loss of life-sustaining body fluids

3- it protect the vital structures inside the bOdy from injury and from the potent ally damaging ultraviolet rays of the sun

Where are the major blood vessels that supply the skin located?

The dermal reticular layer; this layer is the location of a lot of structures such as the hair follicles and the blood vessels.