12 Questions
What is the main function of the eyebrows?
To keep sweat out of the eyes
What is the composition of the root and shaft of a hair?
Dead keratinized epithelial cells
What is the purpose of the arrector pili muscles?
To cause hair to stand on end and produce goose bumps
What is the main function of the eccrine sweat glands?
To regulate body temperature
What is the effect of aging on the skin?
Decreased blood flow and elasticity
What is the result of a full-thickness burn?
Destruction of the epidermis, dermis, and underlying tissues
What is the main function of the dermis?
To provide elasticity and durability to the skin
Which layer of the dermis contains dermal papillae?
Papillary layer
What is the main component of the reticular layer?
Mat of collagen and elastic fibers
What is the function of adipose tissue in the hypodermis?
To provide energy storage, insulation, and padding
What is the function of hair on the head?
To act as a heat insulator and protect against ultraviolet light and abrasion
What is the main function of the hypodermis?
To attach the skin to the underlying structure
This quiz covers the structure and composition of the dermis, the deep layer of skin, including its layers, functions, and cell types. Learn about the papillary and reticular layers, blood vessels, and cells that make up the dermis.
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