Skin Anatomy and Physiology
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What is the primary function of the skin?

  • to aid in absorption and excretion
  • to synthesize vitamin D
  • to protect the underlying tissues and organs (correct)
  • to regulate body temperature
  • What is the skin's role in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance?

  • aiding in temperature maintenance
  • regulating sweat gland production
  • playing a vital role in fluid and electrolyte balance (correct)
  • regulating blood pressure
  • What is the skin thicker on?

  • the torso
  • the face
  • the scalp
  • the palms and soles (correct)
  • What is the skin's role in immunity?

    <p>playing a vital role in immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the skin regulate body temperature?

    <p>through vasodilation and evaporation of perspiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the integumentary system comprised of?

    <p>skin, hair, and exocrine glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of melanin in the skin?

    <p>To protect the skin from UV rays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main component of the dermis layer?

    <p>Collagen fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of sebaceous glands?

    <p>To produce sebum for waterproofing the hair and skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of sweat gland is associated with hair follicles?

    <p>Apocrine glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the subcutaneous tissue (hypodermis)?

    <p>To store fat as an energy reserve and provide insulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the location of apocrine glands in the body?

    <p>Only in the axillae, perineum, and areolae of the breasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the Stratum corneum?

    <p>To render the skin waterproof</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the skin is responsible for cell division?

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

    What is the purpose of melanin in the skin?

    <p>To give the skin its color</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Stratum lucidum?

    <p>To appear as a thin, lighter layer on the palms and soles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of keratin in the skin?

    <p>To form the outer skin layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Stratum granulosum?

    <p>To mature keratinocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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