Identify the major functions of the integumentary system

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The major functions of the integumentary system are to protect underlying tissues and organs, excrete wastes by integumentary glands, maintain body temperature, produce melanin and keratin, synthesize vitamin D3, store lipids, and detect touch, pressure, pain, and temperature.

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Which of the following events is one of the three main stages of coagulation?

A. conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin B. platelet aggregation C. conversion of thrombin to prothrombin D. platelet plug formation E. calcium is released

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Inflammation of the lining of the bladder is called

A) cystitis. B) pyelitis. C) urethritis. D) nephrolithiasis. E) nephritis.

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Which of the following is a notable feature of leukemia?

a. crescent-shaped erythrocytes b. absence of certain blood clotting factors c. yellowing of the eyes and skin d. excessive numbers of white blood cells

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