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प्रश्न
Answer the following question in your words.
What are the functions of your skin?
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उत्तर
The most important functions of the skin are:
- The skin protects the body against mechanical harm, UV radiation, disease-causing microorganisms, and desiccation.
- The skin regulates body temperature.
- The skin includes a large number of sensory receptors that aid in perception of the environment.
- The skin also contributes to the synthesis of vitamins such as Vitamin D.
- Evaporation aids in the removal of surplus water and salt from the skin.
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