Integumentary System Flashcards
consist of outer protective body
integumentary system
outer protective body
integument
the integument of these varies from simple plasma membrane of protozoans to a single epithelial layer of columnar cells that may either be ciliated or it may secrete cuticle or shell of multicellular invertebrates
invertebrates
in them, the integument is composed of skin and skin derivatives, is differentiated into epidermis and dermis that are made up of: epidermis and dermis
vertebrates
part of the skin that is the epithelial tissue
epidermis
part of the skin that is the connective tissuee
dermis
the overlying, thinner epidermis of ectodermal origin
protective layer
origin of the underlying, thicker dermis that contains many structures that account for the other important functions that the integument performs
mesodermal
function of the integumentary system that shields all animals against all kinds of environmental dangers:
protection
example of environmental dangers that the integumentary system protects
pathogenic invasion
ionizing radiation
desiccation or osmotic shock
physical insult/injury
perspiration that occurs in mammals contains water, salts, and wastes such as urea, are excreted through their integument
excretion
function of the integumentary system where there is a sweating among vertebrates duringtimes of strenuous activities or high environmental temperatures helps rid of the body of excess heat. It helps the body to maintain homeostasis.
body temperature regulation (thermoregulationn)
function of integumentary system where Langerhans cells of the mammalian skin recognize and ingest foreign substances that have found their way into the body
immune function
function of integumentary system where in mammals, upon exposure to ultraviolet radiation, modified cholesterol molecules in the epidermis are converted to vitamins D
vitamin D synthesis
function of integumentary system where the skin has many sensory receptors that provide organisms information about the external environmental condition
cutaneous sensation
serves ats the outermost covering in some protozoa, where food uptake and exchange of respiratory gases also occur
plasma membrane
it is a thick protein coat overlying the plasma membrane that provides additional protection in Paramecium sp.
rigid pellicle
in these, they are provided with a layer of epidermis which also functions in respiration
sponges, jellyfish, flatworms, roundworms, and earthworms
in these, epidermis contains structure that secretes the calcium carbonate of the shell
molluscan
in them, they have developed a more complex integument, consisting of cuticle, simple epidermis, layer of connective tissue, layer of reflecting cells (iridocytes), and thicker layer of connective tissue
cephalopod mollusks (squid and octopuses)
reflecting cells
iridocytes
they have the most complex of invertebrate integuments consisting of a single-layered epidermis (or hypodermis), which secretes a complex cuticle of two zones
arthropods
two zones of the cuticle
procuticle
epicuticle
composed of protein and chitin and the epicuticle
procuticle
nonchitinous complex of proteins and lipids providing a proteins and lipids providing a protective moisture-proofing barriers to the integument
epicuticle
its integument serves such as flexible, protective covering for its skeleton and internal organs
sea star
major layers of the vertebrate inegument
epidermis
dermis
hypodermis
outermost layer which is consisting of stratified squamous epithelium organized into 4-5 sublayers depending on the skin type
epidermis
consist of variable rows of flat, keratinized, dead cells that are effective water-repellent barrier and protect underlying laye
stratum corneum
Present in all vertebrates, except among fishes
stratum corneum
consist of several rows of clear, flat, dead cells that contain eleidin that is formed from keratohyalin and eventually will become keratin
stratum lucidum
Occurs only in the thick of the skin and the palms and soles of mammals
stratum lucidum
consist of 3-5 rows of flat cells that contain lamellar granules, called keratohylin, which produce a lipid waterproof sealant that is present in reptiles, birds, and mammals
stratum granulosum
lamellar granules in the stratum granulosum
keratohylin
consist of prickle-cell layer of 8-10 rows of polyhedral cells that have tiny “bridges” that connect them to adjacent cells;
stratum spinosum
present in all vertebrates except in fishes
stratum spinosum
consist of a single row of cuboidal to columnar cells that constantly undergo rapid cell division
stratum germinativum/basale
layer consisting of tactile discs (receptors sensitive to touch), melanocytes, and Langerhans cells (sensitive to UV radiation). Present in all vertebrates
stratum germinativum/basale
mammalian skin consist of the following cell types
keratinocytes
merkel cells
the most numerous epidermal cells that undergo keratinization
keratinocytes
found in association with sensory neurons in the area where epidermis meets the dermis.
merkel cells
functions as sensory receptor, providing information about objects contacting the skin
merkel disk
are macrophages derived from the bone marrow and migrate to the epidermis where they ingest foreign substances, which are presented to white blood cells for final destruction
langerhans cells
spider-shaped cells located at the base of the epidermis
melanocytes
responsible for the production of melanin, an important pigment that absorbs the harmful ultraviolet radiation and also imparts the skin color
melanocytes
an important pigment that absorbs the harmful ultraviolet radiation and also imparts the skin color
melanin
refers to the inner, thicker layer beneath the epidermis, which contains several structures, including nerves, sensory receptors, blood vessels, and adipose tissue.
dermis
Contains additional structures, such as oil glands and smooth muscle which are present only in birds and mammals
dermis
only present in mammals
sweat glands
Houses the following epidermal derivatives: hair/pili, glands, nails, cutaneous receptors, horns/antlers, beaks, bills, scales, feathers, hoof, scutes and plates
dermis
generally for protection and is usually associated with sebaceous gland and hair follicle
hair/pili
parts of the hair
hair root (cuticle, cortex, medulla)
hair shaft
usually associated with hair follicles, secretes oil/sebum
sebaceous glands
location of sebaceous glands
lips
glans penis
labia minora
eyelid glands
skin of breasts
face
neck
upper chest
inflammation of sebaceous glands can result in
blackheads
pimples