The Integumentary System Flashcards
1
Q
outer most layer
A
epidermis
2
Q
stratum consists of which layers?
A
corneum, lucidum, granulosm, spinosum, and basale
3
Q
how thick is the dermis
A
1-2 mm
4
Q
subcutaneous (hypodermis) does what
A
insulates (maintains body temp)
5
Q
hair follicles erect through the
A
arector pilli muscle
6
Q
which kind of glands secrete sebum
A
sebaceous glands
7
Q
ceruminous glands are where on the head
A
the external ear canal
8
Q
which kind of gland produces milk
A
mammary glands
9
Q
sweat (sudoriferous) glands contain what other kinds of glands
A
apocrine and eccrine
10
Q
which three factors affect your skin color
A
genetics, environmental, and physiological
11
Q
what is jaundice
A
liver malfunction, most common in newborns