dermis Flashcards
blood vessels
channels that carry blood throughout the body
lymph vessels
thin-walled tubes that carry lymph nodes
hair follicles
supports each hair in the skin. responsible for growing hair
sweat glands
also known as sudoriferous or sudoriparous glands, which are small tubular structures that produce sweat.
collagen bundles
strong fibers that support most tissues and provide cell structure
fibroblasts
this is the most common type of cell found in connective tissue. it produces collagen and other fibers that make up the skin
nerves
a collection of fibers made up os neurons that use electrical and chemical signals to communicate sensory and motor data from one body part to another.
sebaceous glands
small oil-producing glands present in skin, usually attached to hair follicles