What Is the Principal Function of the Integumentary System

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Multiple Choice

What is the principal function of the integumentary system?

• A)recovery of excess tissue fluid, detections of pathogens, production of immune cells, and defense against disease.
• B)protection, thermoregulation, Vitamin D synthesis, water retention, cutaneous sensation, and nonverbal communication.
• C)hormone production, internal chemical communication coordination
• D)distribution and circulation of nutrients, oxygen, carbon dioxide, wastes, hormones , electrolytes, heat, immune cells, and antibodies.

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