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Stratum basale of epidermis



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Integumentary system


Includes the skin and its derivatives


SKIN
- Largest organ of the body
- Constitutes up to 15-20% of the total body mass




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Functions of the skin


1. Protection
- forms a barrier between the inside of the body and the external environment


2. Sensation
- allows body to understand external environment by sensing touch, temperature, and pain


3. Thermoregulation
- maintain homeostasis by regulating blood supply to different areas of the skin


4. Immune response




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Main components of skin


Epidermis and epidermal derivatives
- Stratified squamous epithelium


Dermis (or cutis)
- Connective tissue


Hypodermis
- Adipose tissue




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