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Integumentary System
By:
Mr. M. Shivananda Reddy
Structure Of Skin
• The integumentary system is the largest body organ
and is composed of the skin, hair, nails, and glands.
• The skin is further divided into three layers:
a) Epidermis
b) Dermis And
c) Subcutaneous tissue
Epidermis
• The epidermis, the thin avascular superficial layer of the
skin, is made up of an outer dead cornified portion that
serves as a protective barrier and a deeper, living portion
that folds into the dermis.
• Excretion:
Partial excretion of metabolic wastes occurs
through the skin.
• Transmits sensation – nerve receptors