Integumentary
Stratum Corneum
what is the most superficial layer
The human body has how many bones?
What is 206
vertebrae are classified as
irregular bone
Articulation
what refers to the joint, the place where two bones meet.
what are the accessory structures of the Integumentary system
hair, nails, glands and sensory receptors
A hard protein material found in epidermis, hair, and nails is
what is keratin?
Name the 5 shapes of the bone
Long
Short
Flat
Irregular
Sesamoid
Diaphysis, Epiphysis, Periosteum, Medullary cavity
Endosteum are parts of the
Long Bone
synovial fluid
the substance lubricates the joint surfaces?
lubricates skin and hair; prevents excess evaporation
Sebaceous glands
outer layer of skin
Epidermis
sternum is classified as what type of bone
flat
Two basic types of bone tissue
Compact and spongy bone
what joint allows little to no movements
fibrous joint
helps maintain body temperature; aids kidneys in the elimination of metabolic wastes
Sweat glands
A brown pigment found in the epidermis is
Melanin
the limbs/aka appendages
what is Appendicular skeleton
Immature bone cells manufacture fibers and other necessary components
Osteoblasts
allows some movement
Cartilaginous joints
provides protection from UV light and assists in the sensation of touch
Hair
protein named for it’s elastic qualities gives skin the ability to stretch and retract
Elastin
what is the larger of the two lower leg bones?
Tibia
Breakdown down old bone tissue and are part of bone maintenance in healthy bone and during injury.
Osteoclast
where 2 or more bones join (articulate), the structures that make up a joint provide Mobility and stability
Articulations
specialized nerve endings that send information to the central nervous system about touch, pressure, temperature change, or damage to nearby cells so the body can adapt and maintain Homeostasis
Sensory receptors