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Horse Integument System
In preparation for the 2013 4-H hippology test at ESE
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Agriculture
12th Grade
06/20/2013

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Term
What does the integument system of a horse include?
Definition

-The hair

-The epidermis (outer skin layer)

-The dermis (underlying skin layer)

-The hooves

 

Term
What is the function of the equine integument system?
Definition
The integument system of a horse has several functions. The first one is to protect the horse from sun, wind, disease, and physical harm. It is also a thermoregulator that helps the horse sense the temperature outside.
Term
What is the dermis?
Definition
The dermis is the deep inner skin layer which is attached to a sheet of skeletal muscle.
Term

True or False:

The skin contains all the things that make it fully functional for the horse including blood transporters, veins, arteries, nerves, sweat glands, and hair follicles. 

Definition
True
Term
What is the purpose of sweat glands?
Definition
To help regulate body temperature.
Term
How many types of hair does a horse have on it's body? What are they?
Definition

2 kinds: 

1.) The undercoat that covers the entire body

2.) Eyelashes, facial hair, mane, and tail and other hairs that are permanent fixtures. 

Term
What is the function of hair?
Definition
Hair helps with body regulation of heat as well as protection of the skin and eyes.
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What determines the color of a horse's coat?
Definition
Genetics
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