Skin Anatomy and Its Accessory Organ Introduction Quiz

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In which layer of the epidermis are the cells held together by desmosomes?

Stratum Lucidum

Stratum Basale

Stratum Spinosum (correct)

Stratum Granulosum

Which layer of the epidermis is composed of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium?

Stratum Granulosum

Stratum Lucidum

Stratum Spinosum

Stratum Basale (correct)

What is the main function of the Stratum Granulosum in the epidermis?

Cells are held together by desmosomes

Contains keratohyaline granules (correct)

High mitotic activity

Flattened, translucent cells

Which region of the dermis is composed of loose connective tissue?

Papillary region Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Stratum Lucidum seen in the skin?

Non-hairy or thick skin Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of the epidermis in the skin?

Protection as a barrier Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the epidermis is characterized by high mitotic activity?

Stratum basale Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Langerhans cells in the epidermis?

Initiate immune responses Signup and view all the answers

Which specialized cells of the epidermis are responsible for detecting light touch sensations?

Merkel cells Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the dermis contains finger-like processes that interlock with the epidermis?

Papillary layer of dermis Signup and view all the answers

What structures aid in the secretion of sebaceous glands in the skin?

Myoepithelial cells Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the epidermis is only present in thick skin and is characterized by flattened dead keratinocytes?

Stratum lucidum Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the epidermis contains the most common cells of the epidermis?

Stratum Basale Signup and view all the answers

Which specialized cells of the epidermis participate in immune responses against bacteria and viruses?

Langerhans Cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Merkel Cells in the epidermis?

Function as mechanoreceptors Signup and view all the answers

In which layer of the epidermis are melanocytes present?

Stratum Basale Signup and view all the answers

What pigment found in the stratum corneum and dermis gives a yellow-orange color to the skin?

Carotene Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the dermis is in contact with the basement membrane of the stratum basale?

Papillary layer Signup and view all the answers