Answer the following question given this paragraph: 

Because the organs of the integumentary system are external to the body, you may think of them as little more than “accessories,” like clothing or jewelry. But the organs of the integumentary system serve important biological functions. They provide a protective covering for the body and help the body maintain homeostasis.


Q: What provides a protective covering for the body and helps maintain homeostasis?


A:
integumentary system