Questions and Answers
How many layers of the skin are there?
Three
What is the top/outer layer of skin called?
Epidermis
What is the second layer from the top of the skin called?
Dermis
What is the third layer from the top of skin called?
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Which skin layer contains dermal papillae, papillary, reticular, and nerve endings?
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Which skin layer contains fat, blood vessels, and connective tissue?
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Which skin layer contains sweat glands and connective tissue?
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Which skin layer contains stratum corneum, stratum lucidum, stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, stratum germinativum/basale, and the dermal papillae?
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In which skin layer are melanocytes found?
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Which skin layer makes new skin cells that travel up and slough off in about 1 month?
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Which skin layer makes sweat and sebum?
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In which skin layer does hair growth root from?
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In which skin layer do the blood vessels root up from?
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Blood vessels and nerves in the skin grow from which skin layer?
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Which skin layer contains the nerves that allow us to feel sensation?
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Which skin layer attaches the skin to the bones and muscles?
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Which skin layer brings blood to the skin?
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Which skin layer contains fat?
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The indentation at the bottom of a hair follicle is called?
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Which layer is the papilla found?
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Which layer contains a thin arrangement of collagen fibers that supply nutrients to select layers of the epidermis?
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What are the two main parts of the dermis?
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In which layer of the epidermis are keratinocytes made?
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Which layer of the epidermis contains dead skin cells and keratin?
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In which layer of the epidermis are Merkel cells made?
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The stratum basale/stratum germinativum contains which three types of cells?
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Study Notes
Skin Layers Overview
- Skin consists of three main layers: Epidermis, Dermis, and Subcutaneous (Hypodermis).
Epidermis
- The outermost layer of skin, known for its protective role.
- Contains various strata: Stratum corneum, Stratum lucindum, Stratum granulosum, Stratum spinosum (malpighii), and Stratum germinativum (basale).
- Houses melanocytes, which produce pigment.
- New skin cells are created here, migrating upwards and shedding approximately every month.
- Stratum corneum consists of dead skin cells and keratin.
Dermis
- The second layer under the epidermis, providing strength and flexibility.
- Contains dermal papillae, papillary layer, and reticular layer.
- Responsible for sweat and sebum production through glands.
- Houses hair follicles, with roots originating from this layer.
- Contains nerves that facilitate sensation and blood vessels that supply the skin.
- The papillary layer supplies nutrients to the epidermis and helps regulate temperature.
Subcutaneous (Hypodermis)
- The deepest skin layer, connecting skin to underlying bones and muscles.
- Composed of fat, blood vessels, and connective tissue.
- Blood vessels and nerves grow from this layer, providing support to the upper layers.
Specialized Structures and Cells
- Papilla refers to the indentation at the base of hair follicles, located in the dermis.
- Keratinocytes are produced in the Stratum granulosum of the epidermis.
- The stratum basale (germinativum) contains stem cells (keratinocyte stem cells), melanocytes, Langerhans cells (immune response), and Merkel cells (touch receptors).
Summary of Functions
- Epidermis: Protection, new cell generation, pigmentation.
- Dermis: Sensation, blood supply, glandular secretion, and hair growth.
- Subcutaneous: Insulation, energy storage, and structural support.
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