What provides an outer covering of the body for protection?

Skin is the outer covering for the body. It is part of both the Sensory system and the Immune system.

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Answer: Integumentary System

system includes: Skin, nails, and hair; cutaneous sense organs and glands

Function:

Protects deeper organs from injury due to bumps, chemicals, bacteria, and dehydration (drying out).

Excretes salts and urea

Helps regulate body temperature