Hair
What is the primary function of the hair?
Protection
The medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders is called what?
Dermatology
The cuticle of the nail consists of what?
Stratum Corneum
The skin belongs to what system?
Integumentary System
What is an example of a Homeostatic Imbalance?
Rashes, Chicken Pox, Measles, Shingles, or Cold Sores
What is the base of the hair follicle called?
Bulb
Epidermis
Receptors in the skin that are sensitive to touch are called what?
Meissner's Corpuscles
An inflammation of the sebaceous glands is called what?
Acne
A burn that involves the surface of the epidermis only is known as what?
First-Degree Burn
The bundle of smooth muscles associated with hair follicles is called what?
Arrector Pili
What is the protein that helps protect and waterproof the skin and underlying cells?
What is the whitish portion of the nail that is visible called?
Lunula
The layer of the epidermis primarily found in the thick skin of the palms and soles is called what?
Stratum Lucidum
Perspiration is the substance produced by what gland?
Sudoriferous Gland
What are the glands associated with the hair follicle called?
Sebaceous Glands
What are the cells of the skin that are active in the immune process?
Langerhans Cells
The portion of the nail that is visible is called what?
Nail Body
What are some of the functions of the skin?
Body Temperature Regulation, Protection, Sensation, Excretion, Absorption, and Synthesis of Vitamin D
Cancer of what is considered to be one of the most serious skin cancers?
Melanocytes
What is the superficial portion of the hair called?
Shaft
What is the term for redness of the skin during an allergic reaction?
Erythema
Most effects of aging occur when an individual reaches their late?
40s
What is the most common form of skin cancer?
Basal Cell Carcinomas
Glands that are present in the external auditory meatus are called what?
Ceruminous GLands