PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -One of the main functions of the skin is protection. It protects the body from external factors such as bacteria, chemicals, and temperature. The skin contains secretions that can kill bacteria and the pigment melanin provides a chemical pigment defense against ultraviolet light that can damage skin cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -Provides a protective barrier against mechanical, thermal and physical injury and hazardous substances.

Detailed explanation-3: -The epidermis: Acts as a protective barrier: The epidermis keeps bacteria and germs from entering your body and bloodstream and causing infections. It also protects against rain, sun and other elements. Makes new skin: The epidermis continually makes new skin cells.

Detailed explanation-4: -Your skin is the organ that comes into contact with the rest of the world. It holds body fluids in, preventing dehydration (dee-hahy-DREY-shun), and keeps harmful microbes (MYE-krobs) out-without it, we would get infections. Your skin is full of nerve endings that help you feel things like heat, cold, and pain.

Detailed explanation-5: -Skin also plays an important role in regulating your body temperature. It helps prevent dehydration and protects you from the negative effects of too much heat or cold.