Skin Structure
Hair, Nails & Glands
Skin Conditions
100

This is the outermost layer of the skin.

What is the epidermis?

100

Hair is made mostly of this protein.

What is keratin?

100

This condition causes pimples from clogged pores.

What is acne?

200

This layer contains glands, hair follicle, and nerves.

What is the dermis?

200

These glands produce sweat to cool the body.

What are swear glands?

200

This condition causes dry, itchy, inflamed skin.

What is eczema?

300

This bottom layer is made of fat and connective tissue.

What is the hypodermis?

300

These glands produce sweat to cool the body.

What are sebaceous glands?

300

This condition causes loss of skin pigment.

What is vitiligo?

400

This part of the skin contains most nerve endings.

What is the dermis?

400

Protects the fingers and toes and can be used for scratching.

Whai are nails?

400

Acne is caused by excess oil, and bacteria.

What is clogged hair follicles?