Skin Structure (Layers, components)
the three main layers of the skin
What is epidermis, Dermis, Hypodermis
The three main functions of the skin
What is protection, temperature regulation, and sensation
These are two types of sweat glands
What is Eccrine and Apocrine glands
This skin color change indicates low oxygen levels
What is Cyanosis (blue skin)
This layer of the skin regenerates every 4-6 weeks
What is epidermis
This layer is responsible for producing melanin
What is Stratum basale?
How the skin help regulate body temperature
What is Sweat production and blood vessel dilation/constriction
Secrete sebum to lubricate and protect skin and hair
What is the function of sebaceous (oil) glands?
This condition results in yellowing of the skin due to liver issues
What is Jaundice
This pigment determines skin color
what is Melanin
Is the outermost layer of the epidermis
What is Stratum corneum?
This vitamin is synthesized in the skin
What is vitamin D
This type of hair is found on most of the body
Vellus hair
This is the most dangerous form of skin cancer
What is Melanoma
These are the only places on the body where hair does not grow
What is he palms of hands and soles of feet, and external genitalia
This connective tissue layer provides strength to the skin
What is the Reticular layer of the dermis
This type of receptor in the skin detects touch
What is Meissner’s corpuscles
This causes ‘goosebumps’?
What is Arrector pili muscles contracting
This burn degree affects all layers of the skin
what is Third-degree burn?
this is the largest organ in the body
What is the skin
These cells are found in the epidermis to provide an immune response
What is Langerhans cells
A thin protective layer that prevents bacterial growth
What is the acid mantle, and why is it important?
This sweat gland is responsible for body odor
What is Apocrine glands
This disorder causes excessive hair growth in women due to high androgen
What is Hirsutism
This protein makes the skin waterproof and provides strength
What is Keratin?