Exam 7: B: Skin and Its Appendages

Immunity is a function of the skin and occurs by:

Which of the following is not true of the dermis?

Explain the protection function of the skin,and include the role of the surface film.

Of the five epidermal cell layers,the only one that can undergo mitosis is the stratum:

Match each term with its description or definition. -gland that forms the brown waxy material used to protect the ear canal

The body compensates for the increase in the core body temperature caused by exercise by:

Name and describe the pigments in the skin.Which pigment is more protective against ultraviolet radiation?

The cell layers of skin from the most superficial to the deepest appear in what order?

After several hours of landscaping the yard,Jennifer experienced a body temperature of 105° F; a rapid heart rate; headache; and hot,dry skin.She is taken to a medical facility and treated for what condition?

Hair:

The body's temperature control center is located in the:

Fingernail growth is the result of the mitosis of the cells in the stratum:

Which skin pigment is a light reddish color?

Match each term with its description or definition. -transfer of heat from one surface to another because of contact with each other

Match each term with its definition or description. -also called the superficial fascia

Match each term with its description or definition. -skin gland found in the armpits and the areola of the breast that produces a viscous and colored secretion

Cells in which layer have a high level of lysosomal enzymes in their cytoplasm?

Which skin layer contains closely packed,clear cells that contain a gel-like substance called eleidin?

The special network of nerves deep in the dermis that is capable of detecting pressure on the skin surface is called:

Although body temperature normally changes very little during the course of a day,it is generally the lowest during: