How Skin Protects Body Flashcards
1
Q
Epidermis aka _
A
Cuticle
2
Q
Outermost layer of epidermis is called the _
A
Stratum corneum
(Horny layer)
3
Q
Stratum corneum accounts for _ of epidermis thickness
A
3/4
4
Q
Cells of epidermis produce _
A
Keratin
5
Q
Keratin is a _ protein
A
Fibrous
6
Q
Cells in epidermis are progressively pushed upwards by _
A
Dividing cells beneath them
7
Q
As cells move outwards, they become _ and flat and die
A
Enriched with keratin
8
Q
Epidermis replaced every few _
A
Weeks
9
Q
Epidermis thickest in parts of body that _
A
Receive most wear and tear
10
Q
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