Skin Defense Flashcards
1
Q
Skin has _ layers
A
3
2
Q
Epidermis constantly worn away but replenished by _
A
New cells formed at its base
3
Q
Thicker dermis gives skin its (2)
A
Strength
Flexibility
4
Q
Dermis layer has a _
A
Rich blood supply
5
Q
Hypodermic contains _ that keeps body warm and energized
A
Fat
6
Q
If epidermis is broken, blood delivers immune cells to area to limit _
A
Number of microbes entering body
7
Q
_ divide to form new skin
A
Basal cells
(Between dermis and epidermis)
8
Q
Microbes shed along with _
A
Dead skin cells
9
Q
Cells on outer surface are dead and _
A
She’d constantly
