REVIEW- Integumentary System

Front

Which layer of skin forms your fingerprints?

Back

Papillary layer

Front

Which layer of skin is composed mainly of adipose tissue?

Back

Hypodermis

Front

Which of the following is a characteristic of the epidermis?

• Contains blood vessels
• Avascular
• Composed primarily of adipose tissue
• Composed of connective tissue

Back

Avascular

Front

What portion of the hair is responsible for growth and nourishment?

Back

matrix

Front

What is the type of hair found on your scalp, eyebrows and armpits?

Back

Terminal

Front

Which type of gland produces thick organic secretion?

Back

Aporcine sweat gland

Front

If __________ is damaged, the nail will not grow correctly.

Back

Nail matrix

Front

What type of membranes are found in the joints of the body?

Back

Synovial

Front

_________________ along with sweating, is involved in cooling down the body.

Back

Vasodilation

Front

What is the function of the reticular tissue in the dermis?

Back

Supports and protects