Difference between revisions of "Skin"
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The [[skin]] is an [[organ]] covering the body used to protect [[Internal Organ|internal organs]] from [[infection]]. | The [[skin]] is an [[organ]] covering the body used to protect [[Internal Organ|internal organs]] from [[infection]]. | ||
Revision as of 20:02, 19 April 2019
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Key Stage 3
Meaning
A picture of human skin with some hairs.
The skin is an organ covering the body.
Key Stage 3
Meaning
The skin is an organ covering the body used to protect internal organs from infection.
About the Skin
- The skin has pigment called melanin that protects it from harsh sunlight.
- The skin is the largest organ of the human body.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
The skin is an organ covering the body used to protect internal organs from infection.
About the Skin
- The skin has pigment called melanin that protects it from harsh sunlight.
- The skin is the largest organ of the human body.
- The skin is a physical barrier to prevent infection by pathogens.
- The skin is used in thermoregulation.