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The skin is considered an organ because it has some very specific functions like maintaining body temperature and protecting the other organs from bacteria — that require some specialized tissues.
The skin is the largest organ of the body, with a total area of about 20 square feet. The skin protects us from microbes and the elements, helps regulate body temperature, and permits the sensations of touch, heat, and cold
21 Sep 2019