General Anatomy and Physiology
What is the primary function of the mitochondria within a cell, and how does this relate to cellular energy production?
What is convert nutrients into adenosine triphosphate through cellular respiration, providing energy for various cellular functions.
Explain the role of melancocytes in the skin and how they contribute to skin pigmentation.
What is specialized cells located in the stratum basale of the epidermis?
How does the skin regulate body temperature, and what role do sweat glands play in this process?
What is it regulates through vasodilation and vasoconstriction of blood vessels and the activity of sweat glands?
What is the difference between a macule and a papule, and how can they be distinguished clinically?
What is a flat, discolored spot on the skin?
Describe the process of mitosis and its significance in tissue growth and repair.
What is the process by which a single eukaryotic cell divides to produce two genetically identical daughter cells?
What is the significance of the dermal papillae in the dermis layer of the skin?
What are small, nipple-like extensions of the dermis into the epidermis?
What is a thin, protective film of fatty acids and lactic acid on the skin's surface?
Define tinea versicolor and explain its impact on skin pigmentation.
What is a fungal infection caused by the yeast Malassezia?