Chapter 5 The Integumentary System

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Each of the following is a function of the integumentary system, except: protection of underlying tissue, excretion of salts and wastes, maintenance of body temperature, provision of sensation.

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synthesis of vitamin C.

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The two components of the integumentary system are the

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cutaneous membrane and accessory structures.

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Accessory structures of the skin include all of the following, except

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epidermis.

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The type of cells that form the strata in the epidermis are

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keratinocytes.

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The layer of dividing cells at the base of the epidermis is the

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stratum germinativum.

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The tough "horny" superficial layer of the epidermis is known as the

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stratum corneum.

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Large quantities of keratin are found in the epidermal layer called the

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stratum corneum.

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Water loss due to evaporation of fluid that has penetrated through the skin is termed ________ perspiration.

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insensible

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The layer of the epidermis that contains abundant desmosomes is the

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stratum spinosum.

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An albino individual lacks the ability to produce

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melanin.