10 Questions
What is the primary purpose of the skin with regards to vitamin D?
Metabolism of vitamin D
Which of the following structures is present in thick skin but absent in thin skin?
Stratum lucidum
What is the main function of the skin with regards to sensation?
Sensory reception
What is the term for the outermost layer of the skin?
Epidermis
Which of the following is a characteristic of thin skin?
Presence of sebaceous glands
What is the layer of the skin that contains numerous sweat glands?
Thick skin
What is the term for the layer of skin that is essential for vitamin D metabolism?
Skin
Which of the following is NOT a function of the skin?
Hormone regulation
What is the term for the skin's ability to sense touch and other sensations?
Sensory reception
Which of the following is a characteristic of thick skin?
Thick epidermal layer
Test your knowledge of the different layers of skin, including the stratum lucidum, stratum corneum, and more. Learn about the characteristics of each layer and their functions.
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