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Epidermis

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1st layer. The outer layer of cells. Filled with keratin and composed of dead cells. Acts as a water proof protective layer.

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Dermis

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2nd layer composed of living cells. THis includes sensory neurons, blood vessels, muscle fibres, hair follicles, and glands (including sweat and oil glands)

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Hypodermics (subcutaneous)

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3rd layer. Composed of fat cells. Functions as energy reserve, shock absorber and insulator

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Functions of the skin

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  1. Regulates body temperature
  2. Prevents fluid loss
  3. Rids body of waste (through sweat)
  4. Protection
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Apocrine glands

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Develops in areas with list of hair. Starts around puberty. Only about 200 of these glands.
Ex. Armpit

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Eccrine glands

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Covers the rest of the body. Open directly onto the surface of the skin.
Ex. Palms, forehead, feet

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Melanin

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Brown pigment that occurs in the hair and skin. It is responsible for tanning of skin exposed to sunlight.

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Why do concentrations of melanin vary in populations in different locations around the world?

I.e. The equator vs. Northern countries

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Near the equator people are closer to the sun, which means more melanin is being produced in the skin. Which in return acts as a protective barrier against the suns rays. This cause people in these areas to have a darker skin pigment.

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Thick skin

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Found in areas where skin comes in contact with different textures and objects.
Ex. Hands and feet.

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Thin skin

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Just not tough enough

Ex. Belly, chin, back honestly anywhere.

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BONUS

What layer of the skin does tattoo ink stay in?

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THE DERMIS

12
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How does the skin regulate body temperature?

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  1. Sweating
  2. Goosebumps
  3. Shivering