Integumentary System Quiz

The integumentary system is made up of the cutaneous membrane (skin) and accessory structures.

The cutaneous membrane consists of the outer epidermis (superficial epithelium) and the inner dermis (connective tissues).

Hair, nails, and multicellular exocrine glands are accessory structures that originate in the dermis.

<p>The skin protects underlying tissues and organs, excretes salts, water, and organic wastes, maintains body temperature, stores lipids, and detects touch, pressure, pain, and temperature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The epidermis is avascular, meaning it does not contain blood vessels.</p> Signup and view all the answers