In Addition to Protection (Physical and Chemical Barrier), the Skin

question 72

Multiple Choice

In addition to protection (physical and chemical barrier) , the skin serves other functions. Which of the following is another vital function of the skin?

• A) It converts modified epidermal cholesterol to a vitamin D precursor important to calcium metabolism.
• B) It aids in the transport of materials throughout the body.
• C) The cells of the epidermis store glucose as glycogen for energy.
• D) It absorbs vitamin C so that the skin will not be subject to diseases.

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Definitions:

Assault

A civil wrong that occurs when one person intentionally and voluntarily places another in fear or apprehension of an immediate, offensive physical harm. Assault does not require actual contact.

Apprehension

A feeling of anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen.

Assault

An intentional act that causes another person to fear imminent bodily harm or offensive contact.

Offensive Bodily Contact

An intentional act by one person that creates an apprehension in another of an imminent harmful or offensive contact.