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Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for producing keratin?
Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for producing keratin?
- Stratum basale
- Stratum corneum
- Stratum lucidum
- Stratum granulosum (correct)
Which type of cells in the epidermis are responsible for producing melanin?
Which type of cells in the epidermis are responsible for producing melanin?
- Melanocytes (correct)
- Keratinocytes
- Langerhans’ cells
- Merkel cells
Which layer of the dermis contains small projections called papillae?
Which layer of the dermis contains small projections called papillae?
- Stratum spinosum
- Stratum basale
- Papillary layer (correct)
- Reticular layer
What is the innermost layer of the dermis primarily made up of?
What is the innermost layer of the dermis primarily made up of?
What protein is hair primarily made up of?
What protein is hair primarily made up of?
What structure protects the tips of the fingers and toes from injury?
What structure protects the tips of the fingers and toes from injury?
What are the main skin appendages of the integumentary system?
What are the main skin appendages of the integumentary system?
Which cells in the skin play roles in the cutaneous immune response?
Which cells in the skin play roles in the cutaneous immune response?
What is one of the functions of the integumentary system related to thermoregulation?
What is one of the functions of the integumentary system related to thermoregulation?
Which layer of the skin is responsible for the production of vitamin D?
Which layer of the skin is responsible for the production of vitamin D?
What percentage of the total body weight does the skin represent?
What percentage of the total body weight does the skin represent?
Which part of the skin is impermeable to water and aids in the prevention of dehydration?
Which part of the skin is impermeable to water and aids in the prevention of dehydration?
