Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. The main function of the skin is to act as a sense organ for the body.
2. The main function of the skin is to assist in control of body temperature.
3. The main function of the skin is protection of the underlying organs.
4. Bones are the main organs of the skeletal system.
5. There are over 300 bones in the human body.


1. FALSE
2. FALSE
3. TRUE
4. TRUE
5. FALSE

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