Integ Systwm Flashcards
1
Q
Types?
A
Antlers-made of bone, velvet
Horns-hollow
Nails
2
Q
Functions of feathers
A
Flight-more streamline(airborne)
Protection- protects skin underneath
Insulation-keep them warm
Attract mate- bright colours
Stealth-sneak up on prey
3
Q
3 skin layers
1
A
Epidermis
Waterproof
Keep pathogens out
4
Q
3 skin layers
2
A
Dermis
Middle layer
Regulate body temp
5
Q
3 skin layers
3
A
Subcutaneous
High fat (insulation)
Made of connective tissue
6
Q
What is integumentary system
A
Skin+ appendages
Protects from water loss
Reduce dehydration
Store fat/water
7
Q
Types of feathers
A
Contour-colour
Down-insulation
Semiplume-insulation
Flight-help fly
Bristle-protection eye
Filoplume-connect to Brian (nerve)
8
Q
Exocrine glands
3 substances secreted from body
A
Ear wax
Sweat
Waterproof+lubricant
