E.N. CH 2

Question 1

The outermost protection for skin.

Answer 1

Acid mantle

Question 2

A molecule that provides energy for cellular functions.

Answer 2

Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP)

Question 3

Fat in the subcutaneous layer.

Answer 3

Adipose Tissue

Question 4

Connective tissue to give skin form, structure, and support.

Answer 4

Collagen

Question 5

Outer lining of the cell that holds in cell components.

Answer 5

Cell Membrane

Question 6

The natural sloughing off dead skin cells.

Answer 6

Desquamation

Question 7

Connective tissue to give the skin flexibility.

Answer 7

Elastin

Question 8

A group of specialized glands that secrete hormones to control the
body systems.

Answer 8

Endocrine System

Question 9

Specialized cells that manufacture connective tissue.

Answer 9

Fibroblasts

Question 10

The destruction of collagen and elastin that results from too much sugar
consumption.

Answer 10

Glycation

Question 11

A polysaccharide fluid that protects collagen and elastin.

Answer 11

Glycosaminoglycans (GAG)

Question 12

An abnormal coagulation of pigmentation.

Answer 12

Hyperpigmentation

Question 13

The fluid that fills the spaces between the cells.

Answer 13

Interstitial Fluid

Question 14

The protein found in skin.

Answer 14

Keratin

Question 15

The system of skin and its supporting components.

Answer 15

Integumentary System

Question 16

Skin pigment

Answer 16

Melanin

Question 17

The organelle found in skin cells that start the production of skin.

Answer 17

Mitochondria

Question 18

The division of cells.

Answer 18

Mitosis

Question 19

A combination of hydrators, lipids, and keratinized cells that protect the epidermis.

Answer 19

Natural Moisturizing Factor

Question 20

Small structure within a cell that regulates the cells functions.

Answer 20

Organelles

Question 21

The body’s ability to regulate temperature.

Answer 21

Thermoregulation

Question 22

The enzyme that triggers the production of melanin.

Answer 22

Tyrosine