Layers of the Skin Notes Review
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What cells create the pigment that gives skin its color?
Back
Melanocytes are the cells responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
True or False: The hypodermis contains extensive connective tissue.
Back
True. The hypodermis, also known as the subcutaneous layer, is composed of loose connective tissue and fat.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which skin layer is only present in thick skin?
Back
The stratum lucidum is a layer of the epidermis that is only found in thick skin, such as the palms of the hands and soles of the feet.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What layer of the epidermis is the Stratum Basale?
Back
The Stratum Basale, also known as the stratum germinativum, is the deepest layer of the epidermis where cell division occurs.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What pigment protects skin from UV radiation?
Back
Melanin is the pigment that not only gives skin its color but also provides protection against UV radiation.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the outermost layer of the skin called?
Back
The outermost layer of the skin is called the stratum corneum, which consists of dead keratinized cells.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the primary function of keratinocytes?
Back
Keratinocytes are the predominant cell type in the epidermis, responsible for producing keratin, a protein that helps protect the skin.
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