Intergumentary System Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
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Name the main layers of skin
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- Epidermis
- Dermis
- Hypodermis
2
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Name types of cell in the epidermis
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- Keratinocytes
- Melanocytes
- Merkel cells
- Dendritic cells
3
Q
Define epidermis’ role
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It protects the body from the outside world, keeping skin hydrates, producing new skin cells and determining skin colour
4
Q
Define keratinocytes
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Produce keratin
Found deep in epidermis
Primary cell found in epidermis
5
Q
Define melanocytes
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Release melanin
Found in the deepest layer of epidermis
6
Q
Define Merkel cells
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Specialised sensory cells
Associated with nerve endings
Allow light touch
7
Q
Define dendritic cells
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Stimulate immune defences
Ingest invaders/ foreign materials
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