anatomy of the skin
epidermis
dermis
mystery questions
mystery questions
100
The branch of science that deals with study of skin, it's nature, structure, functions, diseases and treatment
What is dermatology
100
A thin layer of translucent cells through which light can pass, this layer is only present in thick regions of skin.
What is the stratum lucidum layer
100
this layer contains melanocytes, the pigment producing cells
What is the papillary layer
100
these nerves are distributed to the arrector pili muscles attached to the hair follicles. And only have an excitatory action.
What are motor nerves
100
in this profession, it is likely to sweat as much as 4 liters a day
What is an athlete
200
specializes in the cleansing, beautification, and preservation of the health of skin on the entire body, including the face and neck
What is an esthetician
200
the layer of the epidermis which is composed of cells that look like granules and are filled with keratin
What is the stratum granulosum layer ( a.k.a. the granular layer)
200
extends to form the subcutaneous tissue
What is the dermis
200
regulates the excretion of perspiration from the sudiferous glands and controls the flow of sebum to the skins surface
What are secretory nerves
200
the most sensitive parts of the body
What are the fingers and lips
300
skin is composed of two main divisions, they are....
What is the epidermis and the dermis
300
composed of several differently shaped cells and is responsible for the growth of the epidermis
What is the stratum germinativum layer
300
attached to the hair follicle and contracts when we're cold causing goose bumps
What is the arrector pili muscles
300
this function the skin helps to keep the body at a constant 98.6 degrees
What is temperature regulation
300
when these structures of the skin are not functioning properly, numbness, pain, tingling or burning may be felt.
What are sensory nerves
400
this area of the skin has larger and deeper hair follicles
What is the scalp
400
combines with lipids to produce a water-resistant barrier
What is the stratum corneum layer
400
cone shaped elevations at the base of the hair follicle
What is dermal papillae
400
______ is secreted by the _______ gland to lubricate the skin and hair, making it soft and pliable
What is sebum, sebaceous
400
if sweating is excessive, too much_________ can be lost from the body upsetting the ______ balance in the blood which can lead to cramps
What is iodine, ion
500
The thinnest layer of the skin containing no blood vessels, but has many small nerve endings.
What is the epidermis
500
the layer where skin shedding begins
What is the stratum spinosum layer
500
responsible for supplying the skin with all of its oxygen and nutrients
What is the reticular layer
500
this structures main purpose it to connect or attach the skin to underlying bone and muscle as well as supplying it with blood vessels and nerves.
What is the subcutaneous tissue
500
also known as adipose tissue
What is the subcutaneous tissue/layer
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