Epidermis & Dermis Flashcards

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The Epidermis contains:

1,2,3,4.

A
  1. Blood & lymph vessels
  2. Specialised cells, fibers, water
  3. Sweat & glands, nerve endings
  4. Hair follicles
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Epidermis Explanation

1,2,3,4.

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  • Made up of epithelial tissue
  • The skin can absorb some products
  • Melanin cells are located in the stratum germinativum
  • Desquamation is a form of natural process of skin shedding or exfoliation
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3
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How many layers of the epidermis are there?

C.L.G.S.B.

A
There are 5 layers:
Corneum
Lucidum 
Granulosum 
Spinosum
Basale
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What are the 2 layers in the dermis?

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Papillary & reticular

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