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The functions of the skin:
- Provide a protective layer
- Helps regulate body temperature
- Retards water loss from deeper tissue
- Houses sensory receptors
- Synthesizes various biochemicals
- Excretes small amount of waste
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Melanocytes provide pigmentation in the skin.
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Melanin protects individuals from UV radiation by absorbing ultraviolet radiation in sunlight, which would otherwise cause mutations in the DNA of skin cells and other damaging effects.
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Cutaneous carcinoma develops hard, dry and scaly growths with reddish bases. Most common on the neck, face, or scalp.
Cutaneous melanoma is pigmented with melanin, found on the back or limbs, may grow downwards and spread into the deeper tissue.
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Created & published on StoryJumper™ ©2025 StoryJumper, Inc.
All rights reserved. Sources: storyjumper.com/attribution
Preview audio:
storyj.mp/ac8hz3bcsm5u
The functions of the skin:
- Provide a protective layer
- Helps regulate body temperature
- Retards water loss from deeper tissue
- Houses sensory receptors
- Synthesizes various biochemicals
- Excretes small amount of waste
2
Melanocytes provide pigmentation in the skin.
3
Melanin protects individuals from UV radiation by absorbing ultraviolet radiation in sunlight, which would otherwise cause mutations in the DNA of skin cells and other damaging effects.
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"Integumentary System"
This book provides information about the functions of the skin, including protection, temperature regulation, and sensory reception. It also discusses common skin conditions and the structure of nails. Additionally, it explains how the body regulates heat
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