A&P Chapter 9
Five
How many layers make up the epidermis?
Avulsion
In a(n) _________, flaps of skin and tissue are torn loose or pulled off completely.
Keratin
The nail is made of
Hair shaft
The portion of the hair that extends above the skin is called the:
provide a physical barrier against germs.
The skin's most important function is to:
hypodermic
The term __________ refers to "below the skin" and is commonly applied to injections or shots.
sweat
The two major gland types in the skin are the sebaceous glands and the ________ glands.
Obtaining oxygen
Which of the following is NOT a function of the integumentary system?
Hypodermis
Which of the following is NOT part of the skin?
integumentary system
Which of the following is the body's largest organ system?
Melanocytes
_________ are cells that contribute to skin color by producing a dark pigment.
Albinism
__________ is a condition of the skin resulting from the inability to synthesize melanin.
Melanin
______________ protects the skin from the sun's ultraviolet rays.
incision
A smooth cut made by a sharp object describes a(n):
Lips
All of the following parts of the body can contain hair follicles EXCEPT the: