Additional Activities
Read the following statements carefully. Write TRUE if the
statement is correct and FALSE if the statement is wrong. Write
your answer in your Science Journal.
___1. Too much exposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun
is good for the skin.
___2. The fingernails must be properly trimmed to prevent the
accumulation of dirt and other unwanted substances.
___3. In keeping our skin, nails and hair healthy, we must
avoid using products with strong chemicals.
___4. Consulting the dermatologist regularly is highly
encouraged to maintain good health of your
integumentary system.
___5. Integumentary system is considered as one of the first
lines of defense of our body against pathogens.
Answers & Comments
Answer:
1.FALSE
-Some sunlight can be good as long as you have proper protection from overexposure. But too much ultraviolet, or UV, exposure can cause sunburn. The UV rays penetrate outer skin layers and hit the deeper layers of the skin, where they can damage or kill skin cells.
2.TRUE
-The accumulation of food particles in nails is very common. ... The food particles or dirt deposits needs to be cleaned everyday. Thus, both fingernails and toenails should be cut properly and shaped well to avoid accumulation of unwanted substances which can cause
3.TRUE
-Some chemicals cause reddening, dryness, and cracking of the skin on contact.
4.TRUE
-because it help to prevent high risk of infections..
5.FALSE
-Skin is a barrier that serves as one of the body's first lines of defense against harmful microbes. Specialized immune cells within skin tissue help to fight invading organisms. Yet the skin hosts diverse communities of beneficial bacteria, collectively known as the skin microbiota.
Answer:
1.T
2.T
3.F
4.T
5.F
Explanation:
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