Question | Answer |
papillae | ridges on our fingers that improve grasping ability |
athletes foot | very contagious condition caused by fungus |
melanocytes | produce skin pigment |
stratum cornem | outermost layer of the epidermis |
stratum germinativum | innermost layer of the epidermis |
dermis | layer of the skin containing blood vessels, glands, hair follicles. called the "true skin" |
follicle | hollow tube that contains the hair root |
acne | involves blockage of the subaceous glands and invasion of WBC |
melanoma | brown, irregular patch of dangerous skin cancer |
cortex | outer layer of the hair shaft |
medulla | inner layer of the hair shaft |
axilla | under arm area |
acne | disorder of the epidermis. treated with topical or oral antibiotics |
adipose tissue | fat stored in the subcutaneous layer |
hand washing | best way to prevent germs |
dermatitis | rash caused by stress or an irritant |
genital herpes | STD that can be spread to newborn baby at birth |
keratin | protein substance that makes the nails hard |
sebaceous gland | produce sebum (oil) to protect the skin |
sudoriferous gland | produce about 500cc of sweat per day. activated by heat, pain, fever, and nervousness |