Which layer of the skin is composed of stratified squamous epithelium and provides a protective barrier against pathogens and environmental factors?

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Epidermis
Dermis
Hypodermis
Subcutaneous tissue
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the function of melanin in the skin?
Regulate body temperature
Produce sebum
Produce sweat
Determine skin color and protect from UV radiation
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which cells are responsible for producing keratin and regulating calcium absorption in the epidermis?
Keratinocytes
Langerhans' cells
Merkel cells
Melanocytes
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which layer of the epidermis is the uppermost layer, consisting of dead skin cells and providing a protective barrier?
Stratum basale
Stratum spinosum
Stratum corneum
Stratum granulosum
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the function of Langerhans cells in the skin?
Act as first line defenders and play a significant role in antigen presentation
Regulate body temperature
Produce melanin
Serve as mechanoreceptors for light touch
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which layer of the dermis is the upper layer, thinner, and composed of loose connective tissue?
Epidermis
Papillary layer
Subcutaneous tissue
Reticular layer
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of the hypodermis?
Contain adipose tissue and provide insulation
Provide structural support and elasticity to the skin
Produce sweat
Produce keratin and regulate calcium absorption
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the function of sebaceous glands in the skin?
Regulate body temperature
Produce sweat
Produce sebum to moisturize and protect the skin
Produce keratin and regulate calcium absorption
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of sweat glands in the skin?
Produce keratin and regulate calcium absorption
Produce sweat to help regulate body temperature by evaporative cooling
Produce sebum
Produce melanin
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