Chapter 5 Anatomy 9 Weeks final
When the arrector pili muscles contract,
"goose bumps" are formed
The lipid in oil glands is released through which type of secretion?
Holocrine
Epidermal cells synthesize this vitamin when exposed to sunlight.
Vitamin D3
The pale crescent area of the nail is called the
lunula
Modified and specialized sweat glands that produce milk are called_____ glands
mammary
In albinism _________ Is lacking.
melanin
The skin is also called_________ membrane
Cutaneous
The fold of stratum corneum over the base of nail is called the
Cuticle
Shafts of the hair are comprised of?
Dead keratinized epidermal cells
The walls of each hair follicle contain all the cell layers found in which of the following?
Epidermis
Thin skin is defined by the thickness of the_________?
Epidermis
A burn that destroys only the superficial cells of the epidermis, such as a mild sunburn is classified as
First-degree
During the regeneration process of the skin after an injury, what is the combination of blood clot, fibroblasts, and an extensive capillary network called?
Granulation Tissue
A "rug burn" which scrapes the skin, is an example of a(n)
Abrasion
The nail ______ covers the nail bed
Body
_______________ Is a pigment found in vegetables that can make the skin appear orange or yellow.
Carotene
Nerve fibers in the dermis most likely function in.
Controlling blood flow to the dermis and epidermis
A thickened area of scar tissue that is covered by a shinny, smooth epidermal surface is called a(n)___
Keloid
The protein that contributes to many of the skins's protective qualities is called?
Keratin
Thick skin can be found on the?
Palms