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INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM - Coggle Diagram
INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM
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Layers of the skin:
Epidermis: Made up of epithelial cells (keratocytes). Contains keratin (waterproof) and melanin (color). Main function: protection. Outermost. Contains dead cells that shed.
Dermis: Consists of connective tissue, nerve cells, muscle fibers, sweat glands, oil glands, and hair follicles. Main function: sensing. Most important one. Inner thicker portion of skin.
Subcutaneous layer = fatty layer = hypodermis: Layer of connective tissue that stores fat and helps the body retain heat. function: regulates heat.
Damage in the skin:
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third-degree: Three layers damaged, nerve cells and muscle cells injured. Skin function lost.
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- Hair and nails are also part of this system
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