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Skin Epidermis Structure Quiz
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Skin Epidermis Structure Quiz

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Which type of skin cells are responsible for producing keratin?

  • Melanocytes
  • Tactile epithelial cells
  • Keratinocytes (correct)
  • Intraepidermal macrophages
  • What is the function of melanocytes in the skin?

  • Produce vitamin D
  • Regulate body temperature
  • Produce melanin (correct)
  • Store waste products
  • Which cells in the skin are involved in immune responses and defense against pathogens?

  • Intraepidermal macrophages (correct)
  • Melanocytes
  • Tactile epithelial cells
  • Keratinocytes
  • Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels, nerves, and hair follicles?

    <p>Dermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the skin is mainly composed of fat tissue and serves as an energy reservoir?

    <p>Hypodermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of keratinocytes in the epidermis?

    <p>Produce keratin for protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cell type is responsible for producing the pigment melanin?

    <p>Melanocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of intraepidermal macrophages in the epidermis?

    <p>Involved in immune responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cell functions in the sensation of touch in the epidermis?

    <p>Tactile epithelial cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many layers does thick skin have compared to thin skin?

    <p>Thick skin has 4 layers, while thin skin has 5 layers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which layer of the epidermis are melanocytes found to produce melanin?

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

    Which type of epithelial tissue makes up the superficial epidermis of the skin?

    <p>Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following cells in the skin is responsible for producing the pigment melanin?

    <p>Keratinocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skin layer contains tactile epithelial cells that are responsible for the sense of touch?

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

    What is the primary function of intraepidermal macrophages in the skin?

    <p>Protection against pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the skin contains a high number of keratinocytes undergoing active mitosis?

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

    Which skin layer is primarily composed of dead, keratinized cells that provide a protective barrier?

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

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