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question 1 the integumentary system has many functions, one of which is…

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question 1
the integumentary system has many functions, one of which is:
a protection from cancer
b production of vitamin e
c regulation of acid - base balance
d prevention of albinism
e detection of heat and touch

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

The integumentary system (skin, hair, nails, etc.) has sensory receptors that can detect heat, touch, pressure, pain, etc. It does not protect from cancer (A), produce Vitamin E (B - it produces Vitamin D), regulate acid - base balance (C - mainly kidneys and lungs), or prevent albinism (D - albinism is a genetic condition).

Answer:

E. detection of heat and touch