Question

match the following skin functions with the mechanism that accomplishes it: blood reservoir: dilation of blood vessels and secretion of sweat that evaporates from body surface; provides a chemical barrier and a mechanical barrier to ward off bacterial invasion and to provide \waterproofing\; synthesis of vitamin d; destruction of cancer - causing chemicals; activation of some steroid hormones; potential to hold about 5% of the body’s blood volume in numerous blood vessels; activation of numerous receptors that are part of the nervous system; i dont know yet

Explanation:

The question is about matching skin functions with their mechanisms, specifically related to the "Blood reservoir" function. The option "Potential to hold about 5% of the body’s blood volume in numerous blood vessels" describes the blood reservoir function of the skin, as the skin's blood vessels can store a portion of the body's blood volume.

Answer:

The correct option is: Potential to hold about 5% of the body’s blood volume in numerous blood vessels