Which organ in the human body is the largest? Why is it the largest and what are its functions?
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The skin is the largest external organ of the body, with about total area of about 20 square feet. It helps in protects us from microbes and the elements helps regulate body temperature and permits the sensations of touch, heat, and cold.
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