Integumentary System Overview
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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?

  • Melanocytes (correct)
  • Keratinocytes
  • Langerhans’ cells
  • Merkel cells

    • 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?

    <p>Collagen fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What protein is hair primarily made up of?

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

    What structure protects the tips of the fingers and toes from injury?

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

    What are the main skin appendages of the integumentary system?

    <p>Nails, hair follicles, sebaceous glands, and sweat glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells in the skin play roles in the cutaneous immune response?

    <p>Langerhans cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the functions of the integumentary system related to thermoregulation?

    <p>Regulating body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the skin is responsible for the production of vitamin D?

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

    What percentage of the total body weight does the skin represent?

    <p>~16%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the skin is impermeable to water and aids in the prevention of dehydration?

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

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