Lecture Assignment 3 skin

Glands

100

Where is the mammary gland located

the anterior of the chest wall

200

This type of skin gland is responsible for producing sweat primarily to regulate body temperature.

eccrine gland

300

These glands release an oily substance called sebum into hair follicles to lubricate skin and hair.

sebaceous glands

Epidermis

100

This outermost layer of skin protects the body from dirt, bacteria, and water loss.

epidermis

200

These cells in the epidermis produce melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color.

melanocytes

300

This deepest layer of the epidermis is where new skin cells are constantly produced through mitosis.

stratum basale

Connective Tissue

100

This layer of skin lies beneath the epidermis and contains blood vessels, nerves, and hair follicles.

dermis

200

These two protein fibers in connective tissue provide skin with strength and elasticity.

collagen and elastin

300

This specialized connective tissue layer beneath the dermis stores fat and helps insulate the body.

hypodermis