Fibers
layers of skin
Fat
Secretion
Misc
100
Elastin and collagen are not easily ________ by the body
Replaced
100
the skin is composed of two parts
the epidermis and the dermis
100
Fat insulates the body keeping it _________
warm
100
pigment granules in the basal layer are produced by which cells?
melanocytes
100
An esthetician's primary role is to __________, _________ and nourish the skin
Preserve, Protect
200
What is the function of elastin?
forms elastic tissue
200
Cell division occurs in which layer of the skin?
stratum germanitivum
200
__________ or subcutis tissue is below the reticular layer
Adipose
200
I the dermis the ___________ gland secretes oil
Sebaceous
200
What are the primary functions of the skin?
protection, sensation, heat regulation, secretion, absorption, and excretion
300
What is the role of connective tissue?
supports, protects, and binds together tissues of the body
300
Name the two layers of the dermis
Papillary and reticular
300
What is one of the functions of lipids?
protect the cells from dehydration.
300
Which glands excretes perspiration and detoxifies the body?
Sudoriferous
300
the skin serves as a protective barrier to:
OUTSIDE elements and MICROorganisms
400
Arrector pili muscles are stimulated by the _________ fibers
motor nerve
400
Describe the stratum corneum
it is a translucent layer that allows sunlight to pass through the skin
400
What is the thickest layer of skin?
Dermis
400
the sebaceous glands produce oils that:
soften the skin slow down the evaporation of water protect the skin from outside elements
400
Where are the papillae located?
Bottom of follicles
500
Which skin cells aid in the production of elastin and collagen?
Fibroblasts
500
Identify the basal layer of the epidermis
Stratum germanitivum
500
Phospholipids, glycolipids, cholesterol, triglycerides,squalene, and waxes are all__________
Lipids
500
Which of the following is part of the barrier function of the skin? -hair -follicle -pores -acid mantle
acid mantle
500
What are the most important functions of collagen?
gives skin strength and is necessary for wound healing
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