Skin

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Contents

Used for

epidermis, hypodermis, stratum corneum

See for

integumentary system

Broader Terms

anatomy

Narrower Terms

keratinocyte, Langerhans' cell, scalp, sebaceous gland, skin absorption, skin derivative, sweat gland

Facts

  • Skin is the largest organ of the body.
  • Skin is the outer covering of the body and it protects the organs inside the body.
  • Skin is the tissue forming the hard outer layer.
  • Skin is used for insulation, vitamin D production, sensation, and excretion.

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