Human Anatomy (9th Edition)
Human Anatomy (9th Edition)
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780134320762
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Robert B. Tallitsch, Judi L. Nath
Publisher: PEARSON
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The skin is made up of various tissues that work together to perform the necessary functions of the skin. The skin with its accessory structure forms the integumentary system. The skin consists of three layers: epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis.

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