E.N. CH 2 Flashcards
The outermost protection for skin.
Acid mantle
A molecule that provides energy for cellular functions.
Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP)
Fat in the subcutaneous layer.
Adipose Tissue
Connective tissue to give skin form, structure, and support.
Collagen
Outer lining of the cell that holds in cell components.
Cell Membrane
The natural sloughing off dead skin cells.
Desquamation
Connective tissue to give the skin flexibility.
Elastin
A group of specialized glands that secrete hormones to control the
body systems.
Endocrine System
Specialized cells that manufacture connective tissue.
Fibroblasts
The destruction of collagen and elastin that results from too much sugar
consumption.
Glycation
A polysaccharide fluid that protects collagen and elastin.
Glycosaminoglycans (GAG)
An abnormal coagulation of pigmentation.
Hyperpigmentation
The fluid that fills the spaces between the cells.
Interstitial Fluid
The protein found in skin.
Keratin
The system of skin and its supporting components.
Integumentary System
Skin pigment
Melanin
The organelle found in skin cells that start the production of skin.
Mitochondria
The division of cells.
Mitosis
A combination of hydrators, lipids, and keratinized cells that protect the epidermis.
Natural Moisturizing Factor
Small structure within a cell that regulates the cells functions.
Organelles
The body’s ability to regulate temperature.
Thermoregulation
The enzyme that triggers the production of melanin.
Tyrosine
