Exam 1.8

Question 1

Types of tissues found in skin.

Answer 1

Epidermis and Dermis (Not a part of the skin: Subcutaneous Tissue).

Question 2

Functions of skin.

Answer 2

Protective barrier, prevents loss of moisture, sensory organ, etc.

Question 3

Layers of the epidermis.

Answer 3

stratum basale, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum, and stratum corneum.

Question 4

Cells found in each layer of the epidermis.

Answer 4

melanocytes, Langerhans cells, Merkel cells, and inflammatory cells.

Question 5

Directly underneath the epidermis, contains capillaries, lymph vessels and sensory neurons, and supplies nutrients to select layers of the epidermis and regulates temperature.

Answer 5

Papillary Layers

Question 6

The thick bottom layer of the dermis, has blood vessels and connective tissue that supports the skin, and strengthens the skin, providing structure and elasticity.

Answer 6

Reticular Layer

Question 7

Function of melanin.

Answer 7

Skin and hair pigmentation and photoprotection of the skin and eye. Protects from UV radiation.