The most comprehensive biography of Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's life is Rick Carroll, IZ: Voice of the People(2006), which gives an overview of his life, with photographs, album covers, and concert posters as well as interviews with family, friends, and colleagues.
Advertisement. Skin, which is the largest organ of the body is the main organ of the integumentary system as well. Other than the skin, the nails, hair, scales, and feathers which are extensions of the skin, are also sometimes studied as integumentary system organs. All these structures together provide protection to the inner tissues of the body. Let us learn about their various functions in detail. Integumentary System Functions.
The integumentary system is the body's first line of defense against bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. It also helps to provide protection from harmful ultraviolet radiation. The skin is a sensory organ in that it has receptors for detecting heat and cold, touch, pressure, and pain.