| A | B |
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| integumentary system | a collection of organs whose primary function is to help the body maintain a stable and healthy internal environment |
| integumentary system | organs include skin, hair, and nails |
| sweat glands | small organs in the dermis layer of the skin that release sweat |
| melanin | a darkening chemical in the skin that determines skin color |
| epidermis | outermost layer of the skin |
| dermis | the layer of the skin below the epidermis |
| hair follicle | a small organ in the dermis layer of the skin that produces hair |
| integument | "covering" |
| epi | "on top of" |
| nail roots | nails form from these at the base and sides of nails |
| cancer | uncontrolled cell division that produces a mass of cells that invades other tissue |
