Test For April 24th 2014 Flashcards
The stratum is responsible for what?
Protection
What is the correct sequence of layers from deep to superficial?
Hypodermis, dermis, epidermis
The epidermis and dermis combine to make the?
Cutis
The dermis is made of?
Dense irregular connective tissues
Which layer of the integument contains reticular fibers(collagen bundles) that are responsible for cleavage lines?
Dermis
If the integument is cut and stats to bleed, then the cut is at least as deep as the?
Dermis
Padding and insulation are functions of which layer of the integument?
Tela subcutanea
The hair follicle is an invagination of which layer of the integument?
The epidermis
The arrector pili muscle performs what function?
Raise/straighten the hair follicle
Which cell of the epidermis produces the protective pigment?
Melanocycle
What are the 3 types of cartilage?
- ) Fibrocartilage
- ) Hyaline cartilage
- ) Elastic cartilage
Which cartilage is smooth and glassy?
Hyaline cartilage
Why does cartilage have a difficult time healing?
Cause it’s avascular
Why is cartilage considered a connective tissue?
It has few cells/lots of extra cellular matrix
What is responsible for tensile strength of bones?
Collagen