Which of the following is/are an effect of aging on the integumentary system?
A) Epidermis thins and collagen thins in the dermis
B) Skin sags and wrinkles due to fat loss
C) Skin becomes drier due to decreased sebum
D) Hair turns white or gray due to decreased melanin
E) All of the choices are effects of aging

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All the listed effects are common changes that occur in the integumentary system as a result of aging, including thinning of the epidermis and collagen, sagging and wrinkling of the skin, dryness due to decreased sebum, and changes in hair color due to reduced melanin production.

Which of the Following Is/are an Effect of Aging on the Integumentary