Relier Pairs 2.32 Concepts of the Integumentary System (D)Version en ligne Concepts of the Integumentary System par Emir Barajas 1 Actions for skin care and protection 2 What is melanin? 3 They produce melanin 4 Generates hair 5 Four main functions of the skin. 6 Structures associated to the skin 7 Three main layers of the skin. 8 Other skin functions 1.Protection against infections 2.Protection against dehydration 3. Body temperature regulation 4. Capture sensations Hair follicle 1. Epidermis 2. Dermis 3. Hipodermis o subcutane layer Sebaceus glands, sweat glands, hair and nails. Cells called melanocytes 1. Proper nutrition 2. Sport (helps circulation) 3. Regular cleaning 4. Sunlight protection (UV rays). 1. Substances absorbtion (Ex: some medicines) 2. Excretion (water, electrolytes, toxines) 3. Vitamin D synthesis Pigment that gives color to the skin, hair and eyes. People with darker skin produce a larger amount of melanin.
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