KIDS TRIVIA

Detailed explanation-1: -The skin is the largest organ of the body. The skin and its derivatives (hair, nails, sweat and oil glands) make up the integumentary system. One of the main functions of the skin is protection. It protects the body from external factors such as bacteria, chemicals, and temperature.

Detailed explanation-2: -The dermis, also called the ‘true skin’, is the thickest layer (2-5mm) of skin. It is composed of dense fibrous connective tissue and contains numerous collagenous and elastic fibres (Wysocki, 2000), surrounded by a gelatinous fluid matrix which makes the dermis strong and enables it to stretch.

Detailed explanation-3: -The skin is a vital organ that covers the entire outside of the body, forming a protective barrier against pathogens and injuries from the environment. The skin is the body’s largest organ; covering the entire outside of the body, it is about 2 mm thick and weighs approximately six pounds.