Epidermis
The avascular layer of the skin that nutrients and wastes must diffuse into
What is the Epidermis?
Scattered in the layers of the keratinocytes; defensive cells that protect against disease causing agents
What are Langerhans Cells?
The two layers of the integumentary system
What is the Epidermis and Dermis?
Keratinocytes, Langerhans Cells, Merkel Cells, and Melanocytes are all what?
What are cells of the epidermis?
Scattered in the layers of the Keratinocytes; Function as touch receptors
What are Merkel Cells?
the outer layer of the skin
What is the Epidermis?
produce keratin and has 5 zones
What are Keratinocytes?
Stratum Lucidum and Straum Corneum
What are cells dead?
The inner connective tissue layer of the skin
What is the Dermis?
Stratum Basale and Stratum Spinosum
What are cells living?
Scattered in the layers of the keratinocytes; Produce melanin
What are Melanocytes?
Tissue that covers body surfaces and cavities and lacks a blood supply
What is Epithelial Tissue?
Stratum Granulosum
derived from diet; another pigment contributing to skin color
What is Beta-Caratene?
Name one function of the skin
What is protection, prevention of water loss, regulation of body temp, excretion of waste products, synthesis of vitamin D, and sensory reception?