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What is the main function of the deep fascia?
What is the main function of the deep fascia?
- To allow the transit of vessels and nerves from one area to another
- To enable movement of the skin over deeper areas of the body
- To provide a barrier against the spread of infection from the skin
- To support and protect muscles and other large soft tissue structures (correct)
Which category of fascia lies just deep to the dermis of the skin?
Which category of fascia lies just deep to the dermis of the skin?
- Loose connective tissue
- Deep fascia
- Superficial (subcutaneous) fascia (correct)
- Dense, organized connective tissue
What is the composition of the deep fascia mainly made up of?
What is the composition of the deep fascia mainly made up of?
- Dense, organized connective tissue (correct)
- Stratified squamous epithelium
- Loose connective tissue usually containing a large amount of fat
- Vascular connective tissue
Which organ is described as the largest organ of the body in the text?
Which organ is described as the largest organ of the body in the text?
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What does fascia primarily enable according to the text?
What does fascia primarily enable according to the text?
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Fascia Structure and Function
- The main function of the deep fascia is to surround and support muscles and other organs.
- The category of fascia that lies just deep to the dermis of the skin is the superficial fascia.
- The deep fascia is mainly composed of dense irregular connective tissue.
- The skin is described as the largest organ of the body.
- Fascia primarily enables flexible movement and support for the body's structures.
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