Skin

Question 1

3 layers of the skin

Answer 1

Epidermis, Dermis, Hypodermis

Question 2

Epidermis is composed mostly of

Answer 2

Epithelial tissue

Question 3

Dermis is composed mostly of

Answer 3

Connective tissue

Question 4

Hypodermis is composed mostly of

Answer 4

Adipose tissue

Question 5

Hypodermis is also known as

Answer 5

Subcutaneous layer

Question 6

Epidermis

Answer 6

The most superficial layer of the skin
The first barrier of protection from the foreign substances, debris, bacteria.
Divided into 5 layers

Question 7

Stratum germinativum is also known as

Answer 7

Stratum basale

Question 8

Stratum spinosum is also known as

Answer 8

Prickle cell layer

Question 9

Stratum granulosum is also known as

Answer 9

Granular layer

Question 10

Stratum lucidum is also known as

Answer 10

Clear Layer

Question 11

Stratum corneum is also known as

Answer 11

Horny layer

Question 12

Five layers of the Epidermis

Answer 12

1. stratum germinativum
2. stratum spinosum
3. stratum granulosum
4. stratum lucidum
5. stratum corneum

Question 13

Functions of the skin

Answer 13

Secretion

Heat regulation

Absorption

Protection/Acid Mantle

(composition and formation)

Elimination/excretion

Sensation

Vitamin D formation (7-dehydro-cholesterol)

Melanin formation