What Function Do These Structures Have

• a) to support – the legs of a chair are designed to support the weight of the user and chair;
• b) to contain – the shell of an egg is meant to contain and protect the inside of the egg;
• c) to protect – the helmet is designed to protect the user’s head;

What is body structure and function?

The human body is a marvel of structure and function made from billions and billions of cells. These cells combine to form tissues, such as muscle and connective tissue. Tissues, in turn, combine to form organs. Organs perform specific functions like respiration or food digestion.

What is the function of the structure at a skin?

The epidermis, the outermost layer of skin, provides a waterproof barrier and creates our skin tone. The dermis, beneath the epidermis, contains tough connective tissue, hair follicles, and sweat glands. The deeper subcutaneous tissue (hypodermis) is made of fat and connective tissue.