Cell Structure and Integumentary System Quiz

The Golgi apparatus processes, packages, and releases products from the cell.

Lysosomes are small, spherical organelles that contain enzymes that break down cellular waste.

The cytoskeleton is a network of protein filaments that provide structural support, maintain cell shape, and help with movement within the cell.

<p>Centrioles are rod-shaped structures involved in cell division.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The skin acts as a barrier protecting the body from the environment and disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An appendage is a structure that projects from the body, such as an arm, leg, or fin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Epithelial tissue covers the surfaces of the body and lines internal organs and cavities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The integumentary system serves as the first line of defense against environmental factors and pathogens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The epidermis is the outermost layer of skin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The dermis is the layer of skin that contains blood vessels, nerve endings, and hair follicles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Subcutaneous tissue is composed of loose connective tissue and fat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sebaceous glands produce and secrete sebum, an oily substance that lubricates the skin and hair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sweat glands are responsible for producing sweat, which helps to cool the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A membrane system that packages materials from the endoplasmic reticulum.

Organelles created by the Golgi apparatus that digest waste in the cell.

A network that maintains the shape and structure of the cell.

Rod-shaped structures that aid in moving substances on cell surfaces.

Issues often occur in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen.

Issues typically happen in the left lower quadrant of the abdomen.

The system that protects the body, includes skin and its layers.

The largest organ, responsible for protection and sensation.

The outer layer of skin that offers initial protection.

The thicker layer of skin beneath the epidermis containing blood vessels.

Loose connective tissue below the dermis, containing fat cells.

Glands that produce sebum to keep skin moisturized.

Glands that produce sweat to regulate body temperature.

Protection, temperature regulation, sensation, excretion, vitamin D production.

The skin is the largest organ of the human body.

Skin acts as the body's first defense against illnesses.

A barrier that surrounds and protects the contents of the cell.

An organelle that synthesizes proteins and lipids for the cell.

Refers to the transport of substances across the cell membrane.

Physical description of centrioles that assist in cell movement.