The Amazing Human Skin
A Grade 6 science worksheet covering the structure and functions of human skin, including its layers and protective roles.
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The Amazing Human Skin
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Good luck!
1. Which of the following is the outermost layer of the skin?
Dermis
Epidermis
Hypodermis
Subcutaneous tissue
2. What is the main function of melanin in the skin?
To produce sweat
To provide insulation
To protect from UV radiation
To sense touch
3. The skin helps to regulate body by sweating.
4. Hair and nails are accessory structures of the system.
5. Describe two important functions of the human skin.
6. Use the diagram below to answer the following questions.
a. Label the outermost layer of the skin shown in the diagram.
b. What is the name of the layer that contains sweat glands and hair follicles?
7. The skin is the largest organ of the human body.
True
False
8. The skin helps to keep harmful germs out of the body.
True
False