Matching Pairs 2.32 Concepts of the Integumentary System Online version Concepts of the Integumentary System by Jorge Arizpe 1 Other skin functions 2 Four main functions of the skin. 3 Actions for skin care and protection 4 What is melanin? 5 Structures associated to the skin 6 Three main layers of the skin. 7 Types of sweatty glands. 8 Generates hair 9 They produce melanin Hair follicle Cells called melanocytes 1. Epidermis 2. Dermis 3. Hipodermis o subcutane layer 1.Protection against infections 2.Protection against dehydration 3. Body temperature regulation 4. Senses' organ 1.Eccrine: Produces diluted sweat. Activated by temperature 2.Apocryphal: Produces a type of sweat with more protein. Concentrated in regions like armits among others. Activated by stress or nervousness. 1. Proper nutrition 2. Sport (helps circulation) 3. Regular cleaning 4. Sunlight protection (UV rays). Sebaceus glands, sweat glands, hair and nails. Pigment that gives color to the skin, hair and eyes. People with darker skin produce a larger amount of melanin. 1. Substances absorbtion (Ex: some medicines) 2. Excretion (water, electrolytes, toxines) 3. Vitamin D synthesis