Integumentary System Test

Which of the following is NOT a function of skin?

• a. sensation

• b. excretion of waste

Which of the following is the correct order for the layers of skin from superficial to deep?

• a. hypodermis, epidermis, dermis

• b. epidermis, dermis, hypodermis

Which of the following epidermal layers is made of cells that are constantly dividing?

• a. stratum lucidum

• b. stratum granulosum

• c. stratum corneum

• d. stratum basale

Which of the following epidermal layers is only found in thick skin like that on the palms of your hands?

• a. stratum lucidum

• b. stratum granulosum

Which of the following epidermal layers is constantly being shed during your daily activities?

Your fingerprints are caused by

• a. a build-up of melanin.

• b. layers of keratin filaments.

• c. a layer of dermal papillae.

• d. blood vessels near your skin.

The pigment produced by your skin that protects you from UV radiation is

• a. melanin.

• b. keratin.

• c. Vitamin D.

• d. collagen.

The arrangement of in the dermis forms lines of cleavage.

• a. melanin.

• b. keratin.

• c. stratum corneum

• d. stratum basale

The dermis is composed of 2 layers: the connective tissue and the tissue.

• a. cleavage, papillary

• b. papillary, reticular

• c. cleavage, subcutaneous

• d. subcutaneous, reticular

The sudoriferous glands found primarily in the armpits and groin responsible for body odor are known as