All of the following are protective factors of the skin and its secretions EXCEPT

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Pyocyanin production is not a protective factor of the skin and its secretions. In fact, pyocyanin is a pigment produced by the bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which can cause infections and is often resistant to multiple antibiotics. The other choices (A, B, C, and D) are all protective factors that help to protect the skin and prevent infection. Lysozyme degrades bacterial cell walls, tightly packed cells prevent bacteria from entering the skin, keratin provides a physical barrier, and salt creates an environment that is unfavorable for bacterial growth.

All of the Following Are Protective Factors of the Skin