Integumentary System Overview
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What is the primary function of the integumentary system?

  • Regulation of metabolism
  • Production of new blood cells
  • Regulation of body temperature (correct)
  • Digestion of food

    • Which layer of the skin is primarily responsible for producing new cells?

  • Stratum corneum
  • Dermis
  • Stratum basale (correct)
  • Epidermis

    • What protein is responsible for thickening and toughening the skin?

  • Melanin
  • Keratin (correct)
  • Elastin
  • Collagen

    • Which term refers to dryness of the skin?

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

    What role does the skin play in sensory perception?

    <p>Touch, temperature, pressure, and pain perception</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the epidermis is composed of flat, dead, protective cells?

    <p>Stratum corneum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of melanin in the skin?

    <p>To give color to the skin and protect against sunlight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does hair develop within?

    <p>Hair follicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of sebaceous glands in the skin?

    <p>To lubricate the hair and skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of arrector pili muscles in the skin?

    <p>To raise hair and produce goosebumps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main composition of the subcutaneous layer beneath the dermis?

    <p>Connective tissue and fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of sweat glands in the integumentary system?

    <p>To act mainly in temperature regulation by releasing a watery fluid for cooling</p> Signup and view all the answers

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