What are the functions of the integumentary system? (Select all that apply.)
a. Prevents water loss
b. Produces chemicals to develop into vitamin D
c. Enhances bacterial invasion
d. Regulates temperature
e. Protects the body
ANS: A, B, D, E
The integumentary system provides the most important barrier to infection and protects the body, regulates temperature, prevents water loss, and produces the chemicals that develop into vitamin D.
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