Monday, December 15, 2014

week of 15 December

Hi all,
  Update to today's class notes.

Sebum helps to block reproduction in bacteria, hence the "antibacterial properties".  There are other skin secretions that form what is called the "acid mantle" of the skin and make the pH of the skin lower than it would be otherwise.  This also helps to destroy bacteria.

Hope this helps!  Ms. L

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