Chapter 3 Advance Histology Of The Cell And Dkin Flashcards

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1
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What is histology?

A

The study of the microscopic structure of tissues.

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True or False: The cell is the basic unit of life.

A

True

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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the outermost layer of the skin.

A

epidermis

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What are the main functions of the skin?

A

Protection, sensation, temperature regulation, and excretion.

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5
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Which type of cell produces melanin?

A

Melanocytes

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Multiple Choice: Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels and nerves? A) Epidermis B) Dermis C) Hypodermis

A

B) Dermis

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What is the primary function of fibroblasts?

A

To produce collagen and elastin.

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True or False: Keratinocytes are the most abundant cells in the epidermis.

A

True

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9
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Fill in the blank: The _______ layer of the skin is responsible for the formation of new skin cells.

A

stratum basale

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What is the role of the sebaceous glands?

A

To produce sebum, which lubricates the skin and hair.

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Multiple Choice: Which layer of the skin is primarily responsible for insulation? A) Epidermis B) Dermis C) Hypodermis

A

C) Hypodermis

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What is the function of sweat glands?

A

To regulate body temperature through perspiration.

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13
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True or False: The dermis is made up of connective tissue.

A

True

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14
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Fill in the blank: _______ are the cells responsible for the sense of touch.

A

Merkel cells

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15
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What are the two main types of sweat glands?

A

Eccrine and apocrine glands.

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16
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Multiple Choice: Which component of the skin provides strength and elasticity? A) Collagen B) Keratin C) Melanin

17
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What is the structure of the cell membrane primarily made of?

A

Phospholipids and proteins.

18
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True or False: The nucleus of a cell contains genetic material.

19
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the jelly-like substance within the cell.

20
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What organelle is responsible for energy production in the cell?

21
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Multiple Choice: Which type of tissue covers the body surface and lines cavities? A) Connective B) Epithelial C) Muscular

A

B) Epithelial

22
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What is the primary role of the Golgi apparatus?

A

To modify, sort, and package proteins and lipids.

23
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True or False: The stratum corneum is the deepest layer of the epidermis.

24
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Fill in the blank: _______ cells are involved in the immune response in the skin.

25
What is the primary component of hair?
Keratin
26
Multiple Choice: Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for cell division? A) Stratum corneum B) Stratum granulosum C) Stratum basale
C) Stratum basale
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What is the function of the lymphatic system in relation to the skin?
To remove waste and excess fluid from the skin.