Vocabulary
The outer most layer of the skin;Protects the body; Composed of Epithelial Cells
Epidermis
What is the function of the epidermis?
Protects the body
How many kinds of cells does the Epidermis contain?
There are 4 different kind of cells
What layer of the epidermis is only found in thick skin?
Stratum Lucidum
Who is the first person to start the 5.2 epidermis presentation?
Wyatt
Protein that helps form hair, nails and your skin's outer layer (epidermis)
Keratin
What kind of tissue is the epidermis made of?
Keratinized Stratified Squamous Epithelium
How are Melanocytes shaped like?
Spider-shaped likes cells
What layer of the epidermis is also known as the stratum germinativum?
Stratum Basale
What object has Alize been holding in her hand during the presentation?
A key
Define Stratum
Layer or series of Layers
What type of cells are most commonly found in the epidermis?
Keratinocytes
What is another name for Dendritic Cells?
Langerhans
Name all 5 Epidermis Layers from superficial to deep
Stratum Corneum, Stratum Lucidum, Stratum Granulosum, Stratum Spinosum, and Stratum Basale
What action does Gabriel constantly do through out the presentation?
Tap the top of his head
Define Melanin
Dark brown to black pigment occurring in the hair, skin, and iris of the eye in people and animals
What areas of the body can thick skin be found?
The palms, fingertips, and soles of the feet
What do Tactile Epithelial Cells associate with?
Sensory nerve endings, which both create a sensory receptor for touch.
What layer of the epidermis has glycolipids between its cells, making it nearly waterproof?
Stratum Corneum
What hand gesture does Desiree constantly do through out the presentation?
A thumbs up
What is a melanosome?
Membrane-bound granules
In what layer of the epidermis does mitosis occur?
Stratum Basale
What are the 3 topics introduced in the presentation about Keratinocytes?
"They are formed by desmosomes for strengt and they are located in the stratum basale", "continuously go under mitosis because of an epidermal growing factor." and "produce a substance known as Keratin. It is a fibrous protein that helps give the epidermis its protective properties."
In what layer of the epidermis does the process of keratinization take place?
The Stratum Granulosum
What are the first and last names of the four presenters?
Alize Crucena, Desiree Ibasan, Gabriel Domaoal, and Wyatt Chung