10 Questions
Which one of these is the main function of the skin?
To create a barrier to the environment
What is dermatology?
The study of skin diseases
What is a dermatologist?
A physician who specializes in the treatment of the skin, hair, and nails
What are the two main divisions of the skin?
Epidermis and dermis
What are the appendages of the skin?
Structures that extend from the skin's surface
How is the skin nourished?
Through the blood vessels in the dermis
Which three types of nerve fibers are found in the skin?
Thermal, mechanical, and chemical fibers
What determines the color of the skin?
The amount of melanin in the skin
What are the two types of glands found in the skin?
Sweat glands and sebaceous glands
What are the six important functions of the skin?
Protection, sensation, regulation, absorption, excretion, and secretion
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