Practice mode Everyday Science

Which branch of medicine deals with the skin, its functions, diseases and treatment?

Correct answer D. Dermatology

Explanation

Dermatology, from the Greek derma meaning skin, covers skin, hair and nail disorders; dermatoglyphics is the study of fingerprint patterns and deontology is a theory of ethics.

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