So, want to know more about the largest organ in our body? Then read on!
This article contains interesting facts about skin that may surprise you.
1. Let's start with the fact that the skin is the largest organ of our body, because its area is approximately equal to two square meters.
2. The mass of skin is also quite large, making up about 16% of the total body mass.
3. “Unusuality” related to the skin and the current heat: during hot weather, we lose up to 13 liters of fluid through sweat.
Did you know that some parts of the human body never sweat? These include the base of the nails, lips and eardrums.
4. The thinnest skin is on the eyelids – its thickness does not even reach 0.05 mm.
5. In turn, the thickest skin is located on the feet. In this place, the thickness of the skin can reach 3 mm.
