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The skin is a flawless casing that gives us a regular appearance; conceals the extraordinary activity going on inside our bodies; and makes touch, one of our most important senses, possible. Countless receptor nerves, circulatory channels, ventilation systems, heat and moisture detectors, and other manifestations of His artistry operate within it.
The skin itself is both strong and elastic, two characteristics that are practically mutually exclusive. Skin covers an area of 2m2 (21.5 f...  |