Chemistry
The basic unit of matter
Atom
Technical term for fat
Adipose tissue
This is an example of a secondary lesion
Keloid
A substance that does not easily transmit electricity
Insulator
Glands that play a major role in sexual development, sleep and metabolism
Pineal gland
An atom or molecule that carries an electrical charge is called this
ion
Controls all voluntary muscle actions
Central nervous system
When should suncreen be applied
At least 30 minutes before sun exposure
The electrode used on the area to be treated
active electrode
A closed, abnormally developed sac that contains pus, semifluid or morbid matter
Tubercle
Volatile organic compounds contain this and evaporate easily
Carbon
A collection of similar cells that perform a particular function
Tissue
The term broadly used to describe an inflammatory condition of the skin
Dermatitis
Rapid interrupted electric current that flows in one direction then in the opposite direction
Alternating Current
The amount of blood in the human body
8-10 pints
Substances classified as inorganic are lacking this element
Carbon
The two parts of the skull
The cranium and the facial skeleton
The process of infusing water-soluble products into the skin with electric current
Iontophoresis
An ion with a positive electrical charge
Cation
A color component within the skin such as blood or melanin
chromophore
Examples of volatile alcohols
Rubbing alcohol or hair spray
The physical foundation of the body
The skeletal system
The process used to soften and emulsify oil deposits in hair follicles and treat acne conditions
Desincrustation
An applicator used to direct electric current from an electrotherapy device to a client's skin
Electrode
A new substance with different properties is the result of this
Chemical change