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Unit 18: Integumentary system physiology
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Yes, skin makes us look nicer than a bag of bones, muscles, and organs, but it also serves other important functions such as guarding the body against infection, facilitating sensation, and allowing for metabolism of vitamin D. We will explore the structure and function of skin from the macroscopic to the microscopic level.