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- Definition the outer covering of the body, composed of three primary layers:* the epidermis [ IATE:1515670 ], which provides waterproofing and serves as a barrier to infection;* the dermis [ IATE:3533697 ], which serves as a location for the appendages of skin; and* the hypodermis (subcutaneous adipose layer). Reference Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_skin [26.4.2011]
- Comment It is the largest organ of the integumentary system. Human skin is similar to that of most other mammals, except that it is not protected by a pelt.