GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -It regulates body temperature, prevents excessive loss of water, protects the body from environmental trauma like abrasions, chemicals and microorganisms. Under the skin, the adipose tissue stores reserve food in the form of fat. However, skin has no role in the intake of nutrients.

Detailed explanation-2: -Absorption and excretion: Absorption refers to the movement of substances from the outside world, through the skin and into our bodies. We can absorb certain vitamins, drugs (think about a hydrocortisone cream), gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide), as well as many other substances through our skin.

Detailed explanation-3: -In conclusion, it should be clear that the true function of skin is to provide a protective shield by using all of the confederacy of cell types, particularly keratinocytes, to thwart infections and non-infectious threats to maintain the homeostasis of the body.