The man pictured in Figure 4.17 wears skin ornaments applied by piercing. Among other functions, the skin

Question:

The man pictured in Figure 4.17 wears skin ornaments applied by piercing. Among other functions, the skin is a barrier to potentially dangerous bacteria, and some people object to extensive body piercing on the grounds that it opens the door to infections. Explain why you do or don’t agree with this objection.

Figure 4.17