Question

Why is the skin called the largest organ of the body?

Answer 1

Skin:

1. Skin is the largest organ of the human body. It is a fleshy surface with hair, nerves, glands and nails.
2. The skin has different thicknesses and textures. E.g. the skin under the eyes is as thin as paper but is thick at the soles of the feet and palm.
3. Skin is the largest organ of the body because it has the largest surface area which is more than any organ in human body.
4. The skin acquires an area of 20 square feet on our body surface.