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