Layers of the Skin

Question 1

Stratum corneum

Answer 1

• top layer
• layer that is visible to us
• dead cells
• thick layer
• epidermis
• protein fibers ( keratin)
• water repellant

Question 2

Stratum germinativum

Answer 2

deepest layer of epedermis

• cell division occurs daily
• makes melonin ( melanonic site)
• recieves nourishment from dermis vis diffusion

Question 3

Papillary Layer

Answer 3

• supplies epidermis w/ blood, pain/touch recpetors, fingerprint caused by layer identifying eperdermis

Question 4

reticular layer

Answer 4

• blood vessels
• sweat and oil glands
• eat bacteria
• collagen fibers keep skin hydrated
• elastic fibers

Question 5

Epidermis

Answer 5

outer layer

- stratified squamous tissue

Question 6

Dermis

Answer 6

Fibrous connective tissue

Question 7

Blisters

Answer 7

• when 2 layers get rubbed and seperate

Question 8

Subcutaneous tissue

Answer 8

• apidose ( fat) anchors skin to organs
• shock absorber
• insulates deeper tissue

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