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What is the approximate surface area of the skin in an adult human?
Options
A 0.5 to 1 square meter
B 1.5 to 2 square meters
Correct Answer
C 2.5 to 3 square meters
D 3 to 4 square meters
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The skin is the largest organ of the human body, covering approximately 1.5 to 2 square metres in an adult. This surface area varies based on body size and height.

Hint

This organ covers an area roughly equivalent to the size of a single bed.

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