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What is the primary role of melanin in the skin?

  • To regulate temperature
  • To enhance skin hydration
  • To protect against UV radiation (correct)
  • To promote skin cell regeneration

    • Which structure is primarily responsible for the process of blood filtration in the kidneys?

  • Collecting duct
  • Renal pelvis
  • Glomerulus (correct)
  • Ureters

    • Which type of digestion involves the breakdown of food into smaller pieces without chemical change?

  • Absorption
  • Mechanical digestion (correct)
  • Chemical digestion
  • Excretion

    • What is the main function of the thyroid gland?

    <p>Regulation of metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the nervous system is responsible for voluntary muscle movements?

    <p>Somatic nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the micturition reflex?

    <p>Stretching of the bladder wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is classified as fat-soluble?

    <p>Vitamin D</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of immunity is obtained through vaccination?

    <p>Active immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Sertoli cells?

    <p>To secrete signaling molecules that promote sperm production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process begins with spermatogonia in the testis?

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

    What characterizes mature gametes produced during spermatogenesis?

    <p>Haploid with 23 chromosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does one complete cycle of spermatogenesis take?

    <p>64 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is spermiogenesis?

    <p>Transformation of spermatids into mature sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during meiosis I in spermatogenesis?

    <p>Primary spermatocytes become secondary spermatocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does sperm production begin to decline?

    <p>35 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the blood-testis barrier created by Sertoli cells?

    <p>To prevent bloodborne substances from reaching germ cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cell type is considered a stem cell in the testis?

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

    How many cells are produced as a result of meiosis II during spermatogenesis?

    <p>Four haploid cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily defines the difference between sex and gender?

    <p>Sex is biological; gender is a social construct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What surgical procedures are associated with sexual anatomy?

    <p>Various including circumcision and tubal ligation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about intersex people is true?

    <p>They can have chromosomal variations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'germ cells' refer to in spermatogenesis?

    <p>Stem cells that can produce various types</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the acrosome in sperm?

    <p>Preparation for fertilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What part of sperm is primarily responsible for providing energy for motility?

    <p>Mid-piece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the production rate of sperm in men compare to the ovulation of oocytes in women?

    <p>Men produce sperm continuously while women ovulate monthly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Leydig cells in male reproductive physiology?

    <p>Production of testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to testosterone levels in males during childhood?

    <p>They are relatively low</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone directly stimulates Leydig cells to produce testosterone?

    <p>Luteinizing hormone (LH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What anatomical structure must sperm pass through to reach the female reproductive tract?

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

    What is the primary function of the tail of the sperm?

    <p>Facilitation of movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hormones acts to inhibit FSH release from the pituitary gland?

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

    What structure in the sperm is formed from one centriole during maturation?

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

    Which hormone's pulsatile release stimulates the anterior pituitary gland?

    <p>Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size comparison between sperm cells and female gametes?

    <p>Sperm cells are significantly smaller than female gametes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Sertoli cells in the testes?

    <p>Regulation of spermatogenesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of testosterone's concentrations in the testes compared to the bloodstream?

    <p>100 times higher in the testes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone stimulates the release of LH from the anterior pituitary?

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

    What process begins with the ovarian stem cells called oogonia?

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

    How many primary oocytes does a female approximately have at puberty?

    <p>400,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What marks the transition from puberty into reproductive maturity in females?

    <p>Initiation of ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone surge just prior to ovulation triggers the resumption of meiosis in a primary oocyte?

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

    What is the larger daughter cell produced during oogenesis called?

    <p>Secondary oocyte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the smaller cell produced during meiosis in females?

    <p>Eventually disintegrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a secondary oocyte become if penetrated by sperm?

    <p>Haploid ovum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the death of ovarian follicles?

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

    Which cycle can be correlated with a females' reproductive changes every 28 days?

    <p>Ovarian cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of cytoplasmic division during oogenesis?

    <p>One large cell and polar bodies are formed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do mitochondria in the developing embryo contain that is maternally inherited?

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

    What is the primary function of the larger cytoplasmic component in the ovum?

    <p>Support nutrient supply to developing zygote</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary functions of the kidney?

    <p>Eliminate waste material from the bloodstream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone synthesized by the kidney helps regulate blood pressure?

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

    What is the primary role of the nephron in the kidney?

    <p>Filtration of blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process occurs when the kidney reclaims filtered substances?

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

    How does the kidney produce concentrated urine?

    <p>Using hormones like antidiuretic hormone (ADH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the release of the oocyte during ovulation?

    <p>Surge of luteinizing hormone (LH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the polar body resulting from the unequal cell division during oocyte development?

    <p>It degrades</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure is formed from the collapsed follicle after ovulation?

    <p>Corpus luteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone is primarily produced by the corpus luteum?

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

    What phase directly follows the menses phase in the menstrual cycle?

    <p>Proliferative phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event marks the transition from the proliferative phase to the secretory phase?

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

    During which phase is the endometrium primarily rebuilt?

    <p>Proliferative phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the shedding of the endometrial lining during the menstrual cycle?

    <p>Decrease in progesterone levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does the average menses phase last?

    <p>3 to 7 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormones primarily drive the follicular and luteal phases of the ovarian cycle?

    <p>FSH and LH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the corpus luteum if pregnancy does not occur?

    <p>It stops secreting hormones and degrades</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does high estrogen have on the environment of the uterus?

    <p>Facilitates sperm transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to FSH levels as estrogen levels rise during the menstrual cycle?

    <p>They decrease due to negative feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At approximately which day of a 28-day cycle does ovulation typically occur?

    <p>Day 14</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of FSH stimulation in the ovarian cycle?

    <p>Stimulates the growth of tertiary follicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the zona pellucida play during fertilization?

    <p>It acts as a barrier against multiple sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the follicles that do not become the dominant one?

    <p>They undergo atresia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the LH surge that leads to ovulation?

    <p>High concentrations of systemic plasma estrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone plays a role in the negative feedback loop during the follicular phase?

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

    What is a primary function of the theca cells in the ovarian follicles?

    <p>Produce estrogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of the ovarian cycle is estrogen primarily produced by the follicles?

    <p>Follicular phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change occurs in the granulosa cells as they transition from primary to secondary follicles?

    <p>They transition from flat to cuboidal shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hormones is responsible for stimulating the production of estrogen during the ovarian cycle?

    <p>Luteinizing hormone (LH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary outcome of the process known as atresia?

    <p>Degeneration of non-dominant follicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does it typically take for a primary follicle to develop into an early tertiary follicle?

    <p>Approximately 2 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What changes occur during the ovulation phase of the ovarian cycle?

    <p>The dominant follicle releases an oocyte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of follicular fluid formed in secondary follicles?

    <p>Nourish the oocyte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of GnRH in the ovarian cycle?

    <p>Regulates the release of LH and FSH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs after ovulation in the ovarian cycle?

    <p>Granulosa cells form the corpus luteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What typically triggers menses in women taking placebo pills?

    <p>Decline in hormone levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one advantage of newer birth control pills that provide continuous hormone delivery?

    <p>They eliminate menstrual periods altogether</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can result from skipping one or two birth control pills?

    <p>Ovulation may occur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiates the development of the testes in embryos?

    <p>Presence of the SRY gene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiates the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle in the uterus?

    <p>Progesterone from the corpus luteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens in the absence of the SRY gene during sexual development?

    <p>Development of a uterus and ovaries occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the corpus luteum if fertilization does not occur within 10 to 12 days?

    <p>It degrades into the corpus albicans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do interstitial (Leydig) cells contribute to male sexual development?

    <p>They secrete testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when the sustentacular (Sertoli) cells secrete a hormone in male development?

    <p>Degradation of the Müllerian duct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which HPV strains are linked to the majority of cervical cancer cases?

    <p>HPV 16 and HPV 18</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does high-risk HPV have on the host cell's p53 protein?

    <p>It neutralizes the p53 protein.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can lead to the development of intersex anatomy?

    <p>Excess hormone secretion beyond chromosomal expectations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In androgen insensitivity syndrome, what happens despite the presence of the SRY gene?

    <p>Receptors for androgens do not function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the HPV vaccine play in public health?

    <p>It reduces the rates of HPV infection among targeted strains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for cervical cancer?

    <p>Use of hormonal birth control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition results from increased androgen production in XX individuals?

    <p>Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of pap smears in healthcare?

    <p>To identify abnormal cells in the cervix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is external genitalia development influenced?

    <p>By the degree of exposure to androgens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do birth control pills primarily prevent ovulation?

    <p>By providing constant estrogen and progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the mesonephric duct without testosterone?

    <p>It degrades and prevents epididymis formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of low-risk HPV strains?

    <p>They can cause genital warts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key understanding about sexual anatomy variation?

    <p>It is a spectrum of normal human variation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the endometrial tissue to die and lead to menses if pregnancy does not occur?

    <p>Fall in estrogen and progesterone levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a decrease in androgen production lead to in XY individuals?

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

    What is one of the major challenges in cervical cancer prevention in developing countries?

    <p>Infrequent pap smear screenings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of hormonal birth control is commonly made up of active and inactive pills?

    <p>Birth control pills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one method used to remove pre-cancerous cells from the cervix?

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

    What is the likelihood of the body clearing an HPV infection within two years?

    <p>Usually clears in two years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological change occurs in the endometrial lining during the secretory phase?

    <p>It secretes glycogen-rich fluids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the uterosacral ligament?

    <p>To stabilize the uterus posteriorly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the uterus is primarily responsible for uterine contractions?

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

    What type of cells are found in the inner mucosal layer of the uterine tubes?

    <p>Ciliated cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if bacteria enter the uterine tubes from the vagina?

    <p>Development of sepsis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size range of an ovary?

    <p>2 to 3 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of secretion does the areola produce?

    <p>Lubricating fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of tissue surrounds the lactiferous ducts in the breast?

    <p>Connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the contraction of myoepithelial cells in the mammary glands?

    <p>Milk ejection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outer covering of the ovary called?

    <p>Tunica albuginea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chamber of the penis surrounds the urethra?

    <p>Corpus spongiosum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the glans penis?

    <p>It has a high concentration of nerve endings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures connects the ovary to the uterus?

    <p>Ovarian ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential outcome of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)?

    <p>Scar tissue in the tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the uterus is composed of epithelial tissue?

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

    What primarily triggers the onset of puberty in individuals?

    <p>A concerted release of hormones from the hypothalamus, pituitary, and gonads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is mainly responsible for stimulating the growth and maturation of the gonads during puberty?

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

    During puberty, sensitivity to which of the following decreases significantly in the hypothalamus and pituitary?

    <p>Sex steroid hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential impact of improved nutrition on puberty onset in the past century?

    <p>Earlier age of menarche</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of puberty onset in lean and highly active individuals?

    <p>Delayed onset of puberty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is typically the first physical sign of puberty in males?

    <p>Growth of the testes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physical change typically occurs in females during puberty due to increased estrogen levels?

    <p>Development of breast tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does leptin play in the onset of puberty?

    <p>It is secreted by adipose cells and impacts menarche.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary function of GnRH during puberty?

    <p>To trigger the release of LH and FSH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During puberty, how does testosterone affect the voice of males?

    <p>It leads to a drop in pitch through larynx growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What typically occurs in both sexes as a result of increasing hormone levels at puberty?

    <p>Development of secondary sexual characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what average age does menarche typically begin in today's population?

    <p>12.75 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the hormonal changes that happens during the first stages of puberty?

    <p>Initial release of LH and FSH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What changes occur in body height during puberty?

    <p>Height can increase significantly, averaging 3-4 inches per year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the region called that lies between the two labia minora?

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

    Which erectile tissue surrounds the vaginal and urethral orifices?

    <p>Corpus spongiosum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the labia minora?

    <p>To protect mucous membranes and orifices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the clitoris is mostly covered by the prepuce?

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

    What is the average length of the vagina?

    <p>10 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria is predominantly found in a healthy vagina?

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

    What is the function of the cervix during the ovarian cycle?

    <p>To produce mucus secretions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure is located between the opening of the urethra and the anus?

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

    What kind of fluid do the female prostate glands release?

    <p>Fluid of female ejaculation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could disrupt the normal balance of healthy microorganisms in the vagina?

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

    Which part of the uterus projects into the vagina?

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

    What serves to maintain the position of the uterus in the abdominopelvic cavity?

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

    Which layer of the vaginal walls allows for expansion?

    <p>Middle layer of smooth muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average size of the uterus?

    <p>5 cm wide by 7 cm long</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of lactic acid in the vagina?

    <p>To maintain acidic pH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ductus deferens?

    <p>To transport sperm from the epididymis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component contributes the most volume to semen?

    <p>The seminal vesicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the fluid released by the bulbourethral glands?

    <p>To lubricate the urethra and neutralize urine residues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a vasectomy interrupt?

    <p>The path for sperm to exit the ductus deferens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is characterized by abnormal growth of the prostate?

    <p>Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure surrounds the prostatic urethra?

    <p>The prostate gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What helps sperm generate ATP for movement?

    <p>Fructose from seminal vesicle fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is prostate cancer commonly detected through?

    <p>Blood tests and rectal exams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the prostate gland?

    <p>To excrete alkaline fluid to semen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) typically lead to?

    <p>Enlarged prostate causing urethra constriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about intersex individuals is true?

    <p>They may have variations in sex chromosomes and anatomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the ampulla in the ductus deferens?

    <p>Dilated region where sperm mix with seminal fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone directly stimulates testosterone production in males?

    <p>Luteinizing hormone (LH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is pre-ejaculate fluid also known as?

    <p>Bulbourethral fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the foreskin?

    <p>To lubricate and protect the glans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What indicates a testis that has not descended correctly?

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

    What is the role of the tunica albuginea in the testes?

    <p>To support the testes and form lobules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does sperm move from the seminiferous tubules to the epididymis?

    <p>Via smooth muscle contractions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What temperature range is optimal for sperm production within the testes?

    <p>2 to 4°C below core body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the epididymis?

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

    What structures are formed within the lobules of the testes?

    <p>Seminiferous tubules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone is produced by the testes that plays a key role in male reproductive physiology?

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

    What is the primary component of semen added by the prostate gland?

    <p>Nourishing fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is responsible for holding and elevating the testes?

    <p>Cremaster muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the germ cells in the testis primarily responsible for?

    <p>Developing into sperm cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does it typically take sperm to travel through the epididymis?

    <p>12 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure is primarily involved in the descent of the testes during fetal development?

    <p>Spermatic cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What protective layer surrounds each testis?

    <p>Tunica vaginalis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outermost layer of the skin called?

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

    Which part of the ear is primarily responsible for converting sound vibrations into nerve signals?

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

    What role does melanin play in the skin?

    <p>Protects against UV radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the glands located in the dermis?

    <p>Secrete sweat and oils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the eye is responsible for regulating the amount of light that enters?

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

    What layer of skin primarily contains blood vessels and nerve fibers?

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

    Which structure is NOT considered part of the integumentary system?

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

    What is the role of sensory nerves in the dermis?

    <p>Facilitate communication with the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that determines skin color in individuals?

    <p>The amount of melanin produced by melanocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when the skin is exposed to UV rays?

    <p>Melanin production increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major effect does excessive melanin production have on vitamin D?

    <p>Decreases vitamin D synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do keratinocytes play in skin pigmentation?

    <p>They store melanin and can darken skin color.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of moles?

    <p>They are benign accumulations of melanocytes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does albinism result from?

    <p>The inability of melanocytes to produce melanin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do dark-skinned individuals generally sustain fewer sunburns than pale-skinned individuals?

    <p>They produce more melanin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to melanosomes over time in the skin?

    <p>They are destroyed by fusion with lysosomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main consequence of too much sun exposure on the skin?

    <p>Destruction of cellular structure and potential for skin cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of melanin in the skin?

    <p>To provide coloration and UV protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of epithelium is the epidermis primarily composed of?

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

    What characterizes thick skin compared to thin skin?

    <p>Presence of the stratum lucidum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of keratinocytes in the epidermis?

    <p>To manufacture and store keratin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the epidermis contains dead cells that are regularly shed?

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

    Which type of cell is responsible for the pigmentation in the skin?

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

    What is the deepest layer of the epidermis called?

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

    How many layers are present in the epidermis of thick skin?

    <p>Five layers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the epidermis continuously undergoes mitosis to produce new cells?

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

    What is a distinguishing feature of the cells in the stratum lucidum?

    <p>They have no nuclei and are densely packed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cell type serves as a receptor for touch sensation in the epidermis?

    <p>Merkel cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of collagen fibers connect the epidermis to the dermis?

    <p>Intertwining collagen fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of keratinocytes are primarily found in the stratum corneum?

    <p>Dead keratinocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer lies directly above the stratum basale?

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

    In which layer of the epidermis do cells begin to lose their nuclei?

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

    What type of connective tissue primarily makes up the papillary layer of the dermis?

    <p>Loose, areolar connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure primarily contributes to the formation of fingerprints?

    <p>Dermal papillae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily provides resilience to the skin within the reticular layer?

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

    Which layer directly connects the skin to the underlying muscles?

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

    Which cells in the papillary layer help fight infections?

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

    What does collagen in the skin primarily provide?

    <p>Structure and tensile strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pigment is primarily responsible for skin color?

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

    What is the main function of adipose tissue in the hypodermis?

    <p>Store fat and provide insulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the Meissner corpuscles found in the papillary layer?

    <p>Detect touch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the skin contains dermal papillae?

    <p>Papillary layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant consequence of aging on fat distribution in the body?

    <p>Fat distribution changes in both genders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor influences where fat accumulates in the hypodermis?

    <p>Hormones and genetic factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells are primarily involved in the production of melanin?

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

    What characterizes the reticular layer of the dermis?

    <p>Dense irregular connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of connective tissue is dominant in the reticular layer?

    <p>Dense irregular connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Langerhans cells in the stratum spinosum?

    <p>Engulf bacteria and foreign particles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protein gives the stratum lucidum its transparent appearance?

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

    What occurs to keratinocytes as they move from the stratum spinosum to the stratum granulosum?

    <p>Their cell membranes thicken and they flatten.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of desmosomes in the stratum spinosum?

    <p>To interlock cells and strengthen their bond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many layers of cells typically make up the stratum corneum?

    <p>15 to 30 layers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the water-repelling glycolipid released by keratinocytes in the stratum spinosum?

    <p>It helps to prevent water loss from the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of the cells in the stratum lucidum?

    <p>They are dead and flattened.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be primarily observed in the micrograph of the epidermis at the stratum granulosum?

    <p>Granules rich in keratohyalin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the skin serves as an anchor point for the epidermis?

    <p>Papillary layer of the dermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the nuclei of keratinocytes as they transition from the stratum granulosum to the stratum corneum?

    <p>They disintegrate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do fibroblasts play in the dermis?

    <p>Produce collagenous and elastin fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the epidermis is considered the thickest?

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

    What is primarily responsible for the mechanical protection of the underlying tissues in the stratum corneum?

    <p>Keratinization of cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is characteristic of keratinocytes during their transition from the stratum basale to the stratum spinosum?

    <p>They undergo active cell division.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes the dermis?

    <p>It houses blood vessels and nerves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the deepest layer of the skin called?

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

    Which part of the skin contains blood vessels and houses various structures?

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

    What is the primary function of melanin in the skin?

    <p>Protects against UV radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland is responsible for the production of sweat in the skin?

    <p>Eccrine gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure in the eye is primarily responsible for focusing light?

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

    Which part of the ear is responsible for converting sound vibrations into nerve impulses?

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

    Which layer of skin serves as a barrier, protecting the underlying tissues?

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

    What type of tissue primarily composes the hypodermis?

    <p>Loose connective and fatty tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary type of cells found in the epidermis after the stratum basale?

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

    Which layer of the skin is thicker and only found on the palms and soles?

    <p>Thick skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primary role does keratin play in the skin?

    <p>Gives strength and water-resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which layer of the epidermis does mitosis primarily occur?

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

    Which layer is characterized by dead keratinocytes?

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

    What type of epithelium primarily composes the epidermis?

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

    What is the function of Merkel cells in the skin?

    <p>Act as receptors for touch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer contains lamellar granules within keratinocytes?

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

    Which type of skin has a translucent layer due to fewer cell layers?

    <p>Thin skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does thick skin differ from thin skin?

    <p>Thick skin has a stratum lucidum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature is present in the stratum basale that helps it attach to the dermis?

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

    What is the primary function of the stratum corneum?

    <p>Protection from the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of skin cells helps resist water loss?

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

    Which layer of the epidermis is primarily responsible for keratin synthesis?

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

    Which layer of the epidermis has a primarily cuboidal shape?

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

    What type of cell is found within the stratum spinosum that functions as a macrophage?

    <p>Langerhans cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which layer of the epidermis do keratinocytes begin to flatten and lose their nuclei?

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

    What type of appearance does the stratum granulosum exhibit?

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

    What protein found in the stratum lucidum contributes to its translucent appearance?

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

    What is the main characteristic of the stratum corneum?

    <p>It is composed of dead, flattened cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of skin is avascular and relies on the dermis for nutrients?

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

    How long does it typically take for the stratum corneum to be replaced?

    <p>4 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of connective tissue makes up the dermis?

    <p>Collagenous and elastin fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the papillary layer of the dermis?

    <p>To anchor the epidermis and supply nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the keratinocytes as they move from the stratum spinosum to the stratum granulosum?

    <p>They die and form a barrier.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skin layer is primarily involved in protecting against microbial invasion?

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

    What type of cells are primarily found in the stratum basale layer of the epidermis?

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

    What mainly causes the darkening of skin color in individuals with darker skin tones?

    <p>Higher levels of melanin produced by melanocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to melanosomes eventually after they release melanin?

    <p>They are destroyed through fusion with lysosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of UV exposure in skin pigmentation?

    <p>It stimulates keratinocytes to secrete chemicals that stimulate melanocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do pale-skinned individuals typically respond to initial sun exposure?

    <p>They tend to suffer sunburns of the epidermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of excessive melanin production?

    <p>Interference with vitamin D production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes eumelanin from pheomelanin?

    <p>Eumelanin provides black and brown color, while pheomelanin provides red color</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What skin condition results from an irregular accumulation of melanocytes?

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

    Which of the following is a genetic disorder that affects skin pigmentation?

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

    Why do dark-skinned individuals have a better natural protection against sunburns compared to pale-skinned individuals?

    <p>They produce more melanin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What potential risk is associated with excessive sun exposure over time?

    <p>Skin cancer due to DNA damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of connective tissue primarily composes the papillary layer of the dermis?

    <p>Loose areolar connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structures are found in the papillary layer of the dermis?

    <p>Dermal papillae and fibroblasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of collagen fibers in the reticular layer of the dermis?

    <p>To impart structure and tensile strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature characterizes the reticular layer of the dermis?

    <p>Thick and densely packed fiber bundles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily distinguishes the hypodermis from the dermis?

    <p>Function in fat storage and insulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about dermal papillae is true?

    <p>They form ridges in the epidermis contributing to fingerprints.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much of the dermis is comprised of the reticular layer?

    <p>80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following pigments significantly affects skin color?

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

    What role do Meissner corpuscles play in the dermis?

    <p>They serve as touch receptors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the collagen fibers in the dermal layer?

    <p>To provide structural integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is most responsible for the elasticity of the skin?

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

    What is a primary consequence of insufficient exercise combined with high-calorie food consumption?

    <p>Accumulation of adipose tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do collagen injections play in skin care?

    <p>They restore skin turgor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Skin Structure and Function

    • Skin is a complex organ composed of multiple layers, including epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis.
    • Epidermis is the outer protective layer comprised of stratified squamous epithelium.
    • Dermis sits beneath the epidermis, containing connective tissue, blood vessels, nerve endings, and various glands.
    • Hypodermis, also known as subcutaneous tissue, lies below the dermis and contains adipose tissue.
    • Skin's primary functions include protection, sensation, temperature regulation, and excretion.

    Role of Melanin

    • Melanin is a pigment produced by melanocytes in the epidermis.
    • Melanin provides pigmentation to skin, hair, and eyes.
    • Melanin absorbs ultraviolet (UV) radiation, protecting underlying tissues from damage.
    • Amount of melanin varies by individual and can influence skin color.

    Role of Glands in the Skin

    • Sebaceous glands secrete sebum, a oily substance that lubricates and waterproofs skin.
    • Sweat glands produce sweat, for thermoregulation and waste elimination.
    • Specialized sweat glands (apocrine) are present in some areas of the body, such as the armpits and groin.

    Eye Structures and Functions

    • Cornea: Transparent outer layer, crucial for light refraction.
    • Retina: Contains photoreceptor cells (rods and cones) for vision.
    • Iris: Controls the size of the pupil, regulating light entry.
    • Optic Nerve: Transmits visual signals from the retina to the brain.

    Process of Hearing and Ear Parts

    • Outer ear (pinna and auditory canal): Collects and channels sound waves.
    • Middle ear (malleus, incus, and stapes): Amplifies sound waves and transmits them to the inner ear.
    • Inner ear (cochlea and semicircular canals): Converts sound waves into nerve impulses and maintains balance.

    Hair and Nail Structure

    • Hair follicles are structures where hair grows.
    • Nails are keratinized plates formed from epithelial cells.

    GI System

    • Mechanical Digestion: Includes chewing and churning food to break it down.

    • Chemical Digestion: Enzymatic breakdown of complex nutrients into simpler units (e.g., carbohydrates into sugars).

    • Alimentary Canal Structures and Functions:

      • Mouth: Ingestion and initial mechanical digestion (chewing).
      • Esophagus: Transports food from mouth to stomach.
      • Stomach: Churns food, mixes with enzymes, initiates protein digestion.
      • Small intestine: Absorption of nutrients; major site of chemical digestion.
      • Large intestine: Absorption of water and electrolytes; formation of feces.
      • Rectum: Storage of feces.
      • Anus: Elimination of feces.

    • Liver Function: Processes nutrients, produces bile for fat digestion, and regulates carbohydrate metabolism.

    • Pancreatic Exocrine Function: Secretes digestive enzymes (amylase, lipase, protease) into the small intestine.

    • Fat-Soluble Vitamins: Vitamins A, D, E, and K; absorbed with fats.

    • Peritoneal Cavity: The space surrounding and holding the abdominal organs. It contains lubricating fluid to assist in movement.

    • Importance of the peritoneum: It prevents friction between the visceral and parietal organs.

    Endocrine System

    • Endocrine system characteristics: Uses hormones to regulate bodily functions through feedback loops. - Negative feedback: Prevents overproduction of a hormone. - Positive feedback: Enhances production of a hormone. - Paracrine: Hormone acts on nearby cells. - Autocrine: Hormone acts on the same cell that released it.
    • Major Endocrine Glands and Functions:
      • Hypothalamus: Controls the pituitary gland, regulating hormone release.
      • Pituitary Gland: Regulates various functions like growth, metabolism, and reproduction.
      • Thyroid Gland: Regulates metabolism; effects growth and development.
      • Parathyroid Glands: Regulates calcium levels.
      • Pancreas: Secretes insulin and glucagon for controlling blood sugar levels.
    • ADH & oxytocin: Secreted by the posterior pituitary; ADH regulates water balance & oxytocin stimulates uterine contractions and milk secretion.
    • Epinephrine (adrenaline): Secreted by adrenal medulla; increases heart rate, blood pressure, and glucose levels (fight-or-flight response).
    • Circadian rhythm hormones and glands: Regulated by the hypothalamus and pineal gland; affecting sleep-wake cycle.
    • Aldosterone function: Regulates sodium and potassium balance in the kidneys; secreted by adrenal cortex.

    Lymphatic and Immune System

    • Immune Cells and Functions:
      • Neutrophils: Phagocytic cells; play a role in early immune response.
      • Lymphocytes: Cells like T cells and B cells crucial for specific immune responses.
      • Antigens: Substances that trigger an immune response.
    • Lymphatic System Structure and Functions: Lymphatic fluid, lymph nodes, lymph vessels.
      • Lymph nodes filter lymph fluid.
      • Lymphatic vessels drain fluids accumulating from tissues.
    • Inflammatory Process: Series of reactions defending against harmful stimuli.
    • Factors Promoting Lymph Flow: Muscle contractions, changes in body pressure, valves.
    • Passive and Active Immunity: Passive immunity is temporary protection from an outside source (e.g., antibodies); active immunity develops through exposure to pathogens.
    • The lymphatic system plays a vital role in fluid balance, immune defense and fat absorption.

    Renal System

    • Kidney Structures and Functions:
      • Kidneys, which filter blood to produce urine.
    • Blood Filtration to Urine Formation: Blood is filtered in the glomerulus, then useful substances are reabsorbed, and waste products are secreted into the urine.
      • The filtrate moves from the glomerulus to Bowman's capsule, then proceeds through other parts of the nephron.
    • Micturition Reflex: The process of expelling urine from the bladder.
    • ADH & Aldosterone in Renal Function: Hormones that regulate blood pressure and fluid balance through water reabsorption and sodium balance.

    Nervous System

    • Somatic, Autonomic, Central, and Peripheral Functions:
      • Somatic: Controls voluntary muscles.
      • Autonomic: Regulates involuntary functions (heart rate, digestion).
      • Central: Brain and spinal cord.
      • Peripheral: Nerves throughout the body, connecting to the central nervous system.
    • Afferent/Efferent: Afferent neurons carry sensory information to the CNS; efferent neurons carry motor signals from the CNS.
    • Neuron Components & Communication: Dendrites, soma, axon, synapse, neurotransmitter release.
    • Cranial Nerves versus Spinal Nerves: Cranial nerves originate from the brain; spinal nerves from the spinal cord.
    • Neurons and Their Functions: Specialized cells transmitting information throughout the nervous system.
    • Chemoreceptors, Osmoreceptors, Nociceptors, and Thermoreceptors: Sensory neurons detecting chemical changes, osmotic pressure, pain, and temperature, respectively.
    • Brain Lobes and Functions: Frontal (decision-making); parietal (processing sensory information); temporal (hearing and language); occipital (vision).
    • Autonomic Nervous System (ANS): Sympathetic and parasympathetic branches, regulating involuntary functions.

    Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)**

    • CSF functions: Protects the brain and spinal cord; cushions them and removes metabolic waste.

    • Role of Myelin: Insulates axons, increasing the speed of nerve impulse transmission.

    Reproductive Systems

    • Uterus Function: A muscular organ where the fertilized egg implants and grows into a fetus.

    • Uterine Tubes (Fallopian Tubes): Transports the ovum from the ovary to the uterus.

    • Mammary Glands Hormones: Hormones like prolactin and oxytocin stimulate milk production and ejection.

    • Male Reproductive System Components and Hormones: Testes (sperm production and testosterone); epididymis; vas deferens; accessory glands (seminal vesicles, prostate, bulbourethral glands).

    • Relation of male reproductive to urinary: Urinary system also includes the urethra, which is utilized in the expulsion of both urine and sperm.

    • Testosterone function: regulates male secondary sexual characteristics.

    • Ovarian Cycle: Predictable changes in oocytes and follicles, leading to ovulation.

    • Oogenesis: Formation of female gametes.

    • Folliculogenesis: Growth and development of ovarian follicles.

    • Hormonal Control of Ovarian Cycle: Hypothalamus, pituitary, and ovarian hormones regulate the cycle.

    • Menstrual Cycle: The cycle of uterine lining buildup and shedding if no pregnancy occurs.

    • Disorders of Female Reproductive System: Including HPV and cervical cancer.

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