Integumentary System Review Flashcards

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Protects the internal organs from dangerous chemicals and harmful microorganisms, regulates body fluid volume and body temp., and eliminates body wastes

A

EPIDERMIS

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Upper layer that:
• lies below epidermis
• consists of loose connectuve tissue

A

STRATUM PAPILLAROSUM

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3
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Deeper, thicker layer:
• located beneath stratum papillarosum
• consists of dense, irregular connective tissues containing cross-linked collagen and elastin fibers

A

STRATUM RETICULAROSUM

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