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Q & A - Skin Layers

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What are 2 major divisions of the skin?   Epidermis and Dermis.  
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What is the role of the Hypodermis?   This layer attaches skin to the body ; fat storage ; fights pathogens ; insulation ; brings blood supply ; pressure detection.  
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Forms the Hypodermis Layer.   Adipose & Loose Connective Tissue  
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Forms the Epidermis.   Stratified squamous epitheliam.  
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The Epidermis does not have a blood supply (True/False).   True  
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Stratum Basale   Deepest layer, reproductive layer ; reproduces new keratinocytes.  
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Stratum Corneum   Boundry ; keeps things out ; keeps things in.  
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Keratinocytes   This cell represents 90% of the skin.  
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What are warts?   (Virus) An epidermal tumor.  
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What is dandruff?   Over production of new cells in the epidermis.  
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What are calluses?   Thickened area of skin due to constant pressure.  
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What are blisters?   Physical separation of Epidermis and Dermis - fluid fills in the space.  
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The Epidermis provides these types of protection:   Abrasion, Pathogens, Ultraviolet radiation, Chemicals, and Repair.  
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What does it mean to have strength (Dermis)?   Lots of Collagen.  
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What does it meas to have extensibility (Dermis)?   Elastic - stretch without damaging yourself.  
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What does it mean to have elasticity (Dermis)?   Stretch - recoils back to normal.  
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What are the functions of the Dermal Papillae?   Blood supply for the Epidermis ; Sensations ; Fingerprints.  
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