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Week 7: StudyStack S
StudyStack Set 1
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| A structural lipid found in the cell membrane is | phospholipids |
| Prolonged exposure to the sun causes melanocytes to: | increase melanin |
| Epidermis | Superficial layer of skin. Avascular. 4 different cell types (Keratinocytes, Melanocytes, Langerhans cells, merkel cells) |
| Langerhans Cells | Immune function |
| Vitamin D synthesis | You need Vitamin D to absorb calcium |
| What are the 2 types of osseous tissue? | Compact and spongy |
| What are the two parts of the skeleton? | Axial and Appendicular |
| What are the functions of bone markings? | Allow blood vessels/nerves to pass through, point of attachment for ligaments and mucus, and helps form joints |
| What 3 parts is the axial skeleton divided into? | Skull, Vertebral column and bony thorax |
| Major functions of the Pelvic Girdle | Carries the total weight of the upper body and protects vital organs (reproductive) |