Chapter*11 Word Scramble
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The type of sweat gland that discharges a thicker and more odoriferous form of sweat is called ... | Apocrine |
A yellow pigment found in the dermis that provides a natural yellow tint to the skin of some individuals is: | carotene. |
The sticky substance that protects the ear from the entry of foreign material and repels insects is: | cerumen. |
Modified apocrine sweat glands are what type of glands? | mammary & ceruminous |
The term for an area of thickened, hardened skin that develops in an area of friction or region of recurrent pressure is: | callus. |
What is the term for the inner layer of skin that contains collagen and elastin fibers, and which provide much of the structure and strength of the skin? | Dermis |
Watery sweat is released by what type of sweat gland? | Eccrine |
What is the term for the accumulation of abnormal amounts of fluid in tissue spaces? | Edema |
What is the term for the outer or top layer of skin that is composed of sublayers called strata and contains no nerves or blood vessels? | Epidermis |
The skin and its appendages—hair, sebaceous and sweat glands, nails, and breasts—constitute the... | Integument |
What is the fibrous protein produced in the epidermis that protects the skin and makes it waterproof? | Keratin |
What is the pigment that colors skin and works as a natural sunscreen for protection from ultraviolet rays? | Melanin |
What are the oil glands found in the skin called? | Sebaceous |
The oily substance secreted by sebaceous glands that prevents dehydration, softens skin and hair, and slows the growth of bacteria is: | sebum |
The third layer of skin that consists of loose connective tissue, and contains fat or adipose tissue is known as: | superficial fascia. |
What are the sudoriferous glands in the skin are also known as what type of glands? | Sweat |
What are the functions of the integumentary system? | Produces vitamin D when exposed to the sun Prevents entry of chemicals into the body Senses stimuli from the outside environment |
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