Chapter 5

Question 1

Epidermis

Question 2

Dermis

Question 3

Subcutaneous layer

Question 4

Basal layer

Question 5

Apical

Question 6

Basal cell

Question 7

Carcinoma

Question 8

Basal cell carcinoma

Question 9

Malignant melanoma

Question 10

Papillary layer

Question 11

Reticular layer

Question 12

Dermal papillae

Question 13

Epidermal ridges

Question 14

Friction ridges

Question 15

Tension lines

Question 16

Eccrine gland

Question 17

Thermoregulation

Question 18

Apocrine gland

Question 19

Ceruminous gland

Answer 19

external auditory canal are modified apocrine glands, which, together with sebaceous glands, produce the cerumen, the ear wax.

Question 20

Cerumen

Answer 20

Earwax

Question 21

Sebaceous gland

Answer 21

Sebum helps moisturize and protect the skin. It contains several types of fat molecule, or lipids.

Question 22

Sebum

Answer 22

Sebum helps moisturize and protect the skin. It contains several types of fat molecule, or lipids.

Question 23

Tactile sensation

Answer 23

. the sensation produced by pressure receptors in the skin.
hey are located in the dermal papillae; due to their reactivity, they are primarily located in fingertips and lips.

Question 24

Blood reservoir

Answer 24

nearly 60% of the total volume of blood in the human body is present within the veins. The blood in veins is referred to as a “Reservoir” because it can be mobilized to boost cardiac output and in turn systemic arterial pressure when physiological demands require so.