Question

Write a short note on integument of rabbit. (2 Marks)

Answer 1

Integument (Skin):

1. The integument forms the outer covering of the body. (0.5 Marks)
2. The structures which are derived from it are hairs, claws, nails and glands like sweat glands, sebaceous glands and mammary glands. (0.5 Marks)
3. Mammary glands are modified glands of the skin. They secrete milk and help in nourishing young ones. (0.5 Marks)
4. The sweat glands and sebaceous glands embedded in the skin regulate the body temperature. (0.5 Marks)