unit 7 lesson 1 Flashcards
subcutaneous layer
innermost layer
epidermis
outer layer
basal layer
deeper layer of the epidermis where cells are multiplying and maturing
keratin
helps the outer cells protect the skin from infection and water
melanocytes
produce melanin
dermis
middle layer of skin / very active layer / regulates temps and protects the skin
sweat pore
hole at the opening of the duct
eccrine swest glands
found in the feet forehead upper lip and palms of the hands
apocrine sweat glands
found in groin armpits scalp and anal region
sebaceous glands
in the dermis layer of skin and secrete an oil called sebum
hyponychium
area under the free edge where the nail meets the nail bed
lunula
lighter colored at the base of nail