Chapter 3 Other Flashcards
System consisting of the skin
Integumentary
The outermost layer of skin, the one that is visible
Epidermis
The epidermis is made of large cells that look like the scales of a fish under the microscope known as
Squamous cell
Under the epidermis lies deeper layer known as the
Dermis
The dermis is home to
Hair follicles, nerves, and glands
The roots of your hair
Hair follicles
These detect find pressure, deep pressure, temperature, and pain
Nerves
Please release what to read the body of waste and to cool the body
Sweat glands
This land secretes oil as a natural moisturizer for the skin and hair
Sebaceous glands
Nails are made of a hard substance called
Keratin
The most common reason a person seeks medical care in relation to his or her skin is
Rash
Usually, skin conditions are first described by their
Location