List The Structures Of The Skin

Question 1

What are the two major classes of skin?

Answer 1

1. Hirsute - thin, hairy skin which covers greater part of the body
2. Glabrous - which covers the surfaces of palms, soles and flexor surfaces of the digits

Question 2

What are the three layers of the skin?

Answer 2

1. Epidermis
2. Dermis
3. Subcutaneous tissue