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What is the outer cellular layer of the skin called?
What is the outer cellular layer of the skin called?
- Epidermis (correct)
- Dermis
- Hypodermis
- Ectodermis
Which part of the skin is avascular?
Which part of the skin is avascular?
- Epidermis (correct)
- Stratum corneum
- Dermis
- Hypodermis
What is the main function of the dermis in the skin?
What is the main function of the dermis in the skin?
- Vascular connective tissue (correct)
- Thermoregulatory organ
- Permeability barrier
- Mechanical barrier
Study Notes
Skin Structure
- The outermost layer of the skin is called the epidermis.
- The epidermis is avascular, meaning it lacks blood vessels.
- The main function of the dermis, the layer beneath the epidermis, is to provide mechanical support, regulate body temperature, and aid in the immune response.
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Test your knowledge of skin anatomy and function with this quiz. Learn about the epidermis, dermis, barrier functions, sensory functions, and immune responses of the skin.
