Q:
What’s to know about the skin?
A:
The skin is the largest organ of the body. It helps regulate body temperature and protects humans from microbes among other functions.
Skin consists of 3 layers:
- Epidermis. This is the outermost layer. It prevents liquids from entering gives the skin the color it presents.
- Dermis. It’s the second layer. This layer has sweat glands and hair follicles.
- Hypodermis. Hypodermis is the deepest layer. It consists of connective tissue and fat.
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