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what is the funtion of skin
Five functions of HUMAN skin:
1.Protection (from antigens).
2.sensation (receptors in skin)
3.Excretion & heat regulation: via sweat; water, salts & urea;
evaporation=cooling
4.Synthesis of vitamin D (exposure to UV light; i.e. sunlight)
5. Water resistance from the external environment.


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