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Homeostasis is the ability of an organism or a system to maintain a relatively stable internal…

Describe and explain four (4) reasons why the skin contributes to the body's homeostasis. How is the epidermis different from the dermis - give me four (4) reasons? Contrast keratin and melanin in terms of their structures and functions. Contrast sebaceous and sudoriferous glands in terms of their locations in the skin and what they make in the skin.

Describe and explain four (4) reasons why the skin contributes to the body's homeostasis. How is the epidermis different from the dermis - give me four (4) reasons? Contrast keratin and melanin in terms of their structures and functions. Contrast sebaceous and sudoriferous glands in terms of their locations in the skin and what they make in the skin.

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Chapter5: The Integumentary System

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Problem 16RQ: One of the functions of the integumentary system is protection. Which of the following does not...

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