Role Of Skin Flashcards
1
Q
Temp is regulated by _ and _ in dermis
A
Vasoconstriction
Vasodilation
2
Q
Large numbers of _ present on skin surface
A
Microorganisms
3
Q
Microorganisms on skin _
A
Compete with harmful ones
4
Q
Sebaceous glands secrete oily _
A
Sebum
5
Q
Sebum coats skin to make skin _
A
Waterproof
6
Q
_ also hold water
A
Collagen fibers in dermis
7
Q
Melanin acts as a filter for _
A
UV radiation
8
Q
Skin manufactures vitamin D which helps regulate _
A
Metabolism of calcium
9
Q
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