Epidermis, Dermis, Subcutaneous (Glands too)

Question 1

Epidermal Layers in Order:

Answer 1

(Stratum) Corneum, Lucidum, Granulosum, Spinosum, Germanitivum

Question 2

Keratinocytes

Answer 2

Cells that produce keratin, a protein causing elasticity in skin and hair

Question 3

Melanocytes

Answer 3

Cells in the Basal layer giving color to skin, hair, and eyes

Question 4

Dermal Layers in Order (plus function):

Answer 4

Papillary Layer: Lies directly under the epidermis, causes finger prints
Reticular Layer: Elastic connective tissue forming skin framework and structure

Question 5

Characteristics of Dermis

Answer 5

Well supplied with blood/lymph vessels, high number of capillaries, creates blushing through dilation of them

Question 6

Subcutaneous Region

Answer 6

Layer under the dermis with adipose tissue for warmth and cushioning. Contains superficial fascia that covers the fat and connects skin with bone or deep fascia

Question 7

Sebaceous Glands

Answer 7

Oil glands attached to hair follicles produce sebum, acidic oil that prevents infections and holds moisture.

Question 8

Sweat Glands

Answer 8

Coiled, tubular glands within the dermis.

Eccrine: Sweat pathways high in number across the body.
Apocrine: Attached to hair follicles and secrete sweat containing fatty substances and proteins