Matt suffered slight burns in an accident. when the skin burns, it loses some of its functions. first-degree burns affect the top layer of skin. what effect will first-degree burns most likely have on the upper layer of the skin? a. matt loses his sensation of pain. b. the skin will have no sensation at all. c. matt will be more prone to infections. d. the sebaceous glands will stop moisturizing the skin. e. the skin loses its elasticity.

Letter C. Matt will be more prone to infections.

Explanation:

The human body has several natural barriers to defend itself against possible damage from invading organisms that can cause disease. Natural barriers are skin, mucous membranes, tears, ear wax, mucus, and gastric acid.

Generally, the skin prevents the invasion of microorganisms unless injured, for example by bruising, stinging an insect or burning. Because of this, the first degree burns, although not so severe, make the individual more susceptible to infections.

when a reversible reaction is occurring in both directions at the same rate; the products and reactants do not change in concentration. a chemical reaction where the compound is broken into its constituent parts.