14.3 The Skin

Which of the following is not a function of the skin?

• Elimination of wastes
• Temperature Regulation
• Sensory Responses
• Vitamin D production
• Coverage and protection

Which layer of skin constantly sheds and is replaced by new cells?

• epidermis
• dermis
• fatty layer
• epiesal

Which layer of skin contains sweat glands, blood vessels, nerves, hair follicles and muscles?

• epidermis
• dermis
• fatty layer
• epiesal

Which layer of skin produces melanin?

• epidermis
• dermis
• fatty layer
• all layers

Which of the following does NOT cause burns to the skin?

• severe bruise
• extreme cold
• chemicals
• radiation
• electricity

How does the skin regulate body temperature?

• sweating
• releasing thermal energy from blood vessels
• vitamin D production
• protection from outside substances
• sensing heat/cold

Which systems work with the skin to help the body react to stimuli?

• circulatory system
• nervous system
• muscular system
• endocrine system
• cardiovascular system

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Which layer nourishes the skin?

• fatty layer
• dermis
• epidermis
• all layers
• none of them - the blood vessels nourish the skin

What would happen to your body if you had no skin?

• Your internal organs and tissues would have no protection from infection and drying out.
• Your body temperature would skyrocket causing fever and chills.
• Your body would have no source of Vitamin D and would not be able to cool off.
• There would be not production of melanin and your internal organs would basically be fried.

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