Which of the Following Is NOT a Function of the Skin

question 144

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skin?

• A)temperature regulation
• B)protection against pathogens
• C)nutrient absorption
• D)sensory receptors containment

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Definitions:

Myelin Sheath

A fatty layer that encases the axons of some neurons, which increases the speed at which electrical impulses are conducted.

Sodium-Potassium Pumps

Membrane proteins that pump sodium ions out of cells and potassium ions into cells, playing a key role in maintaining cell potential.

Potassium Ions

Essential ions for various physiological processes, including nerve transmission and muscle contraction, and maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance.

Sodium Ions

Positively charged atoms of sodium, crucial for nerve impulse transmission and fluid balance in the body.