The skin, the body's largest organ constantly regenerates, contains sensory receptors, and produces melanin for pigmentation.

Anatomically speaking, the skin is made up of three layers: Your skin barrier (epidermis) is the outermost layer of skin, ...

Skin is used for gas exchange. Thick keratin layer would restrict oxygen exchange and water absorption. Amphibians have many mucus glands to reduce water loss. As a result of this skin, they are ...

The skin contains three layers: The epidermis, dermis and a layer of fatty tissue. Structures within these layers are involved in thermoregulation. Sweat glands in the dermis release more sweat ...