Anatomy and Physiology 2021 

Do Now:  
Pinnipeds ​are marine mammals that have similar integumentary systems as humans (mammals). Based 
on the information given to you on ​lanugo​. Why do you think baby seals require this? What does it do 
for them? 

I think they require this so that they can be kept warm.  

 
Integumentary System: Appendages Lesson 
Compare/Contrast the following:​ Based on appearance (and minor research), identify the differences 
in each of the following functions of skin appendages. 

  Humans  chicken 

Protection  Chemical : skin secretes natural antibiotics.  A barrier between the external environment 
kills bacteria  and the internal systems and organs, thus 
provides support and protection from 
infection by microorganisms and from 
physical injury. 

Body Temperature  Temp regulation in the hypodermis  Thermal insulation to help regulate body 
Regulation  temperature in a variable environment 
 
The feathers maintain heat.(plumules)  

Blood Storage  Holds up to 5% of the blood volume t a  The dermis is also quite well supplied with 
time  blood vessels that do not reach into the 
epidermis 

Synthesis of Vitamin  Allows the body to absorb calcium  Nutrients, respiratory gases, hormones and 
D  other compounds pass by diffusion into the 
live inner cells of the epidermis 

Excretion  Waste is eliminated through sweat, urine, or  Waste is eliminated through poop.  
hair growth 

Sensations and  Hair follicle receptors: allow us to feel when  Bristles(another type of feather) are found 
Sensory Receptors  the wind blows on our hair  around the mouth and eyes of chickens and 
are thought to be primarily used to aid the 
sensory ability of birds and protect sensitive 
areas 
 
Exit Ticket: 
In 2 sentences, i​ dentify 2 key differences between a human and your favorite animal → specific to 
integumentary system appendages.  

The big difference between the human and chicken/birds is the feathers that they have and that we 
don't. They work alot like the hair but it's really not. They have 5 different types of feathers with 
different purposes.. Another key difference between humans and chicken is that chickens don't have 
sweat glands and they get rid of waste simply through pooping.