The Skin Grade 12 M Oct. 26th

Where are the sensory receptors located in the skin?

• Epidermis

• Dermis

• Subcutaneous layer

The 3 layers of the skin are:

• Epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous

• upper, lower and below

• Brown, light brown and dark brown

This outer layer of the skin is produced by the basal layer.

• Intermediate

• Dermis

• Epidermis

The basal layer contains cells called _________________ , which produces the pigment Melanin and is responsible for skin color.

• Melanocytes

• basal cells

• epithelial cells

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______________________ secretes sebum (oil) into hair follicles.

• epithelial cells

• basal cells

• sebaceous glands

_____________ ________________ provides nutrients to the skin and helps to regulate body temperature.

• salivary glands

• basal cells

• blood vessels

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In which layer of the skin can you find Adipose tissue?

• Epidermis layer

• Dermis layer

• subcutaneous layer

_________ protects the body and plays a role in sensitivity to stimuli and hemostasis.

• glands

• skin

• hair follicles

How does the body cool itself?

• By sweating

• hibernation

• constriction of the pores

_______________ occurs when the body temperature increases.

• vasoconstriction

• vasodilation

• hypertension