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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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How are the skin receptors distributed in the skin?
Skin receptors are not evenly distributed amongst a body. There are more in some places like the hands than there are in say somewhere, like, an elbow. The reason for this is different body parts need that extra bit of sensation.
What does paraffin do for the skin?
This is in regard to sunburns might br helpful....
the paraffin imitates the natural oils, creating a seal stopping water leaving the body and reduces pain by protecting sensitised nerves. both of these factors improve healing - good stuff stays in, bad stays out - that is one job of healthy skin. aloe is good coz it remoisturises but that moisture can be quickly lost as the skin can't contain fluids. so put aloe on, and then the paraffin on over the top. if there is broken skin leave out the aloe - just paraffin
What other body system works with the skin?
Every body system works with all the other body systems in order to keep the body functioning.
For instance, the muscular system makes the bones move and the skeletal system carries the muscles around. The muscular and skeletal systems wouldn't last long without the respiratory and circulatory systems. Each system needs the other systems in order to survive.
Where is the location where collagen and melanin for the skin are manufactured?
Collagen is formed in the dermis of the skin and remains there. Melanin is formed in the stratum basale layer of the epidermis by the melanocytes and the melanin is taken up by the epithelial cells of the skin.
Is hemoglobin found predominantly in the stratum corneum?
No, hemoglobin is found predominantly in blood. The stratum corneum is avascular, and hemoglobin is not predominant in this skin layer.
Why can epithelial cells survive without blood vessels?
They receive nourishment via diffusion of substances from nearby tissue.
Do external skincare products have impact on internal health?
Your personal health and beauty depend on your perseverance. Without you paying attention to your body and your physical appearance they will deteriorate.
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Can you transplant skin from a dead body?
Yes, this is done quite often., It is called something that is based on the word Derm or Derma- Skin oriented. I mean to look this up at the Library I am in now! the process has to be accurately matched as to Race, skin tone, etc. One does not want a snake-camouflage scheme! Still it is done. There is no more moral objection than there might be, and largely from Fringe Groups- to such things as organ donations and blood transfusions. Skin has to be closely matched, to avoid any ( snake camouflage) results. Do not confuse with tattoos.
What are the 4 types of stimuli detected by certain cutaneous receptors?
Touch, Pressure, Temperature and Pain
How does respiration through the skin occur?
This process of molecular exchange is called transpiration.
What is Adipose tissue to the skin?
Adipose tissue is deep to the skin; skin is superficial to adipose tissue. Adipose tissue is fat.
there are 4 stages in a pressure. sore. they are caused from lack of blood flow to a certain area of skin. stage one starts to turn red and gets soft. stage two will start breaking down the first layer of the skin. stage three, you will notice the skin being eaten away ,as you could say, like a spider bite almost without the look of the bite on top. Stage Five means there are more then 3 layers of the skin that the sore has broken down to. that is when it gets very hard to heal. A person can develop a pressure sore in as little as two hours depending on their circulation. Once they start they can break down very quickly so it is important to keep a person turned off of the same area every two hours if possible.
Melanin recessive are those with light skin, light eyes, and light hair.
It may be the mouth wash your using or the tooth paste kind. It happens to me, when i use Listerine. If you use Listerine, it may be the harsh chemicals.
What structure in the dermis helps to maintain body temperature?
The maintenance is done with the help of sweat. The sweat is produced in skin glands.
Asians have fewer apocrine sweat glands than other races, which is why scientist believe they tend to be less prone to body odor.
Why does bubble bath harm skin?
By takening a bubble bath shouldn't really harm skin; but, its never good if the water is hot and and your in it for a good couple of hours. It could leave marks on your skin, make your skin very dry or faky. So might I suggest for any who love to take bubble baths make sure the water is about warm or cool.
