12 Questions
What is the primary function of the integumentary system?
Regulation of body temperature
Which layer of the skin is primarily responsible for producing new cells?
Stratum basale
What protein is responsible for thickening and toughening the skin?
Keratin
Which term refers to dryness of the skin?
Xeroderma
What role does the skin play in sensory perception?
Touch, temperature, pressure, and pain perception
Which layer of the epidermis is composed of flat, dead, protective cells?
Stratum corneum
What is the main function of melanin in the skin?
To give color to the skin and protect against sunlight
Where does hair develop within?
Hair follicle
What is the function of sebaceous glands in the skin?
To lubricate the hair and skin
What is the role of arrector pili muscles in the skin?
To raise hair and produce goosebumps
What is the main composition of the subcutaneous layer beneath the dermis?
Connective tissue and fat
What is the primary function of sweat glands in the integumentary system?
To act mainly in temperature regulation by releasing a watery fluid for cooling
Learn about the integumentary system, which includes the skin and its associated structures. This system protects against infection, dehydration, ultraviolet radiation, and injury, while also helping to regulate temperature.
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