NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SKIN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which body system forms a protective barrier between the external environment and the internal body systems?
A
digestive
B
nervous
C
muscular
D
integumentary
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -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. The integumentary system includes the epidermis, dermis, hypodermis, associated glands, hair, and nails.

Detailed explanation-2: -The integumentary system is a complex organ that helps protect the body and regulates various essential processes. It comprises the skin, hair, nails, and glands that produce sweat and oil. These tissues work together to protect the body from infection and injury and regulate bodily processes.

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.

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