Henry touched a hot plate and immediately moved his finger away from it.Which best explains the integumentary system’s role in this reaction?

Nerve endings in the skin detect heat and send signals to the nervous system, which triggers a quick withdrawal reflex. Oil helps lubricate the skin, while hairs and nails do not sense the heat or move the finger away. The best choice is “Nerve endings in the skin responded to the heat.”

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