which of the following is a function of the skin?
protection
sensory reception
sythesis of vitamin d
all apply
Solution
Skin performs all of these functions. It provides a protective barrier, it bears different types of
receptors (pressure, heat, pain, vibrations, texture, etc.) for receiving external stimuli, and it
synthesizes Vitamin D from fat in the presence of sunlight.
Hence, all apply.
protection
sensory reception
sythesis of vitamin d
all apply
Solution
Skin performs all of these functions. It provides a protective barrier, it bears different types of
receptors (pressure, heat, pain, vibrations, texture, etc.) for receiving external stimuli, and it
synthesizes Vitamin D from fat in the presence of sunlight.
Hence, all apply.
