ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -The function that is shared by the immune and integumentary system is protection. The integumentary system is mainly made up of the skin. The main function of the skin is to protect the body from pathogens in the environment. The immune system is made of lymph, lymph nodes, and white blood cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -Provides a protective barrier against mechanical, thermal and physical injury and hazardous substances. Prevents loss of moisture. Reduces harmful effects of UV radiation. Acts as a sensory organ (touch, detects temperature).

Detailed explanation-3: -The skin and other parts of the integumentary system work with other organ systems to maintain homeostasis. The skin works with the immune system to defend the body from pathogens by serving as a physical barrier to microorganisms. Vitamin D is needed by the digestive system to absorb calcium from food.

Detailed explanation-4: -The integumentary system is the largest organ of the body that forms a physical barrier between the external environment and the internal environment that it serves to protect and maintain.

Detailed explanation-5: -Interactions with Other Organ Systems The skin and other parts of the integumentary system work with other organ systems to maintain homeostasis . The skin works with the immune system to defend the body from pathogens by serving as a physical barrier to microorganisms.