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A&P Skin
Chapter 10 Flashcards
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Integumentary System | Made up of the skin and its appendages |
| Melanocytes | Contributes to skin color and filter UV light |
| Hypodermis | connects the dermis to underlying tissues |
| Stratum Corneum | Superficial and outer layer of the epidermis |
| Dermis is also referred to as | True skin |
| Example of thick skin | Sole of the feet |
| Fibroblast | Cells that stimulate cells, collagen and amino acids |
| What is epithelial tissue | What the skin is composed of |
| Dermatology | The study of skin |
| Keretin | Protein that provides the skin with waterproof properties |