Skin A&P

Name the 3 main layers of the skin

• Epidermis

• Dermis

• Subcutaneous

• Hypodermis

Name the layers of Epidermis

• Basal layer

• Granular layer

• Reticular layer

• Clear transparent layer

• Papillary layer

Guess the cells

Langerhans

• Provides support to immune system

• Keratin production

What do you find in dermis

• Nerve and muscle

• Connective tissues

• Glands

• Adipose tissue

What is the function of subcutaneous layer

• Regulates body and skin temp

• Stored energy in the form of fat

• Provides cell regeneration

• Antihistamine

Name the Epidermis Cells

• Keratinocytes

• Melanocytes

• Markel Cells

• Langerhans

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-4

Function of Keratinocytes cells

• Wound Repair

• Prevent the loss of Heat and moisture loss

• Immune defence

• produce melanin

Function of Melonacytes

• Produces protective dark skin pigment called melanin. Basal layer)​

• Creates barrier

• provides insulation

• Heat regulation

Function of Markel Cells

• Connected to nerves and receives the sensation of touch. ​

• Provide immunity

• Gives strength

• Immunity

Function of Langerhans cells

•  They specialise in antigen presentation and belong to the skin immune​

• Adipose tissue

• Creates Acid mantle

• Provides strength to cells