unit 7 lesson 1 Flashcards
1
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subcutaneous layer
A
innermost layer
2
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epidermis
A
outer layer
3
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basal layer
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deeper layer of the epidermis where cells are multiplying and maturing
4
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keratin
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helps the outer cells protect the skin from infection and water
5
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melanocytes
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produce melanin
6
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dermis
A
middle layer of skin / very active layer / regulates temps and protects the skin
7
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sweat pore
A
hole at the opening of the duct
8
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eccrine swest glands
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found in the feet forehead upper lip and palms of the hands
9
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apocrine sweat glands
A
found in groin armpits scalp and anal region
10
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sebaceous glands
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in the dermis layer of skin and secrete an oil called sebum
11
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hyponychium
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area under the free edge where the nail meets the nail bed
12
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lunula
A
lighter colored at the base of nail
