Function of the Integumentary System
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What is the function of the integumentary system?

  • Support the skeletal system
  • Produce hormones
  • Regulate body temperature
  • Protect the body (correct)

    • Which one of these is not a major structure of the integumentary system?

  • Hair
  • Nails
  • Exocrine glands
  • Endocrine glands (correct)

    • What is the outer layer of the skin called?

  • Hypodermis
  • Epidermis (correct)
  • Dermis
  • Mesodermis

    • Which type of cells in the epidermis are dead at functional maturity?

    <p>Keratinocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the skin contains the papillary and reticular layers?

    <p>Dermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the skin contains sweat glands, muscles, and blood vessels?

    <p>Reticular layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the arrector pili muscles in the dermis?

    <p>Contract to trap air and regulate temperature by controlling hair angle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of nails in the integumentary system?

    <p>To provide mechanical protection for the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of gland produces oil in our skin?

    <p>Sebaceous glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the integumentary system?

    <p>Help protect the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

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