Integumentary System
Functions of the skin
protect, absorb chem, reg. temp.
What are the 3 main layers of skin from superficial to deep
Epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous
What is the scientific name of your "kneecap"
patella
What are osteoclasts
Cells that destroy/absorb bone tissue
(AKA - bone killers, bone breakers)
Which joint can be found in the knee and elbow
Hinge
What is keratin
A protein that protects the skin
What are the layers of the dermis from superficial to deep
Papillary, reticular
What is the name of the first 7 vertebrae near your neck region?
Cervical
Where is spongy bone usually found in a typical bone
Epiphysis (the knobby ends of the bone)
Which joint allows the most movement and is most susceptible to dislocations
Ball and socket
What are melanocytes
Cells that produce melanin which gives skin its pigment
Which layer is comprised mostly of dead skin cells
Stratum corneum
What is the name of your lower leg bone on the lateral side?
Fibula
What are osteons
The cylindrical shaped pillars that run the length of bone and add strength to the bone
A disorder in which your bones become weak and brittle
osteoporosis
What are Merkel cells
Cells in the skin that are responsible for the sense of touch
Which layer of the epidermis is only found in palms of the hand and soles of the feet
Stratum lucidum
What is the name of your forearm bone on your "pinky" side
Ulna
What is the periosteum
a very thin sheath of connective tissue covers most of the bones in your body
(a thin outer layer/membrane covering the bones' surface)
A disorder in which the articular cartilage wears down over time
osteoarthritis
Which disorder is caused by tiny mites burrowing under the skin and laying their eggs?
Scabies
What are the 5 layers of the epidermis from superficial to deep
What is the proper name of your "tailbone"
Coccyx
Which bone cells are more active AND which are less active in someone with osteoporosis?
Osteoblasts - less active
Osteoclasts - more active
Which joint is located between the first two cervical vertebrae
pivot