Human Anatomy: The Scalp Layers
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What is the acronym formed by the first letter of each layer of the scalp?

  • SCALP (correct)
  • SPACE
  • SKULL
  • SCALE
  • Which layer of the scalp contains numerous sebaceous glands?

  • Connective tissue
  • Loose areolar tissue
  • Aponeurosis
  • Skin (correct)
  • What is the function of the emissary veins in the loose areolar tissue?

  • Drain blood from the scalp
  • Connect the superficial veins of the scalp with the diploic veins of the skull bones (correct)
  • Regulate body temperature
  • Supply blood to the scalp
  • What is the name of the muscle connected to the aponeurosis?

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

    What is the main artery that branches to supply the scalp?

    <p>External carotid artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the fibrous septa in the connective tissue layer?

    <p>Unite the skin to the underlying aponeurosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outermost layer of the scalp?

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

    What is the purpose of the anastomosis between the external and internal carotid arteries?

    <p>To facilitate free exchange of blood between the two systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the space occupied by the loose areolar tissue?

    <p>Subaponeurotic space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the layer that covers the outer surface of the skull bones?

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

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