Medical Terminology - Integumentary System - Chapter 5 - Week 5

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What cells are responsible for producing black pigment in the skin?

Back

Melanocytes.

Front

Is the skin the largest organ of the body?

Back

True.

Front

What is albinism?

Back

A condition characterized by pale skin and white hair.

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What is keratin?

Back

A hard fibrous protein found in epidermal cells, hair, and nails.

Front

What does the term 'hypodermic' refer to?

Back

Pertaining to under the skin.

Front

What is the primary function of melanocytes?

Back

To produce melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color.

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What are the three main layers of the skin?

Back

Epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis.

Front

What is the role of the epidermis?

Back

To provide a protective barrier and prevent water loss.

Front

What is the dermis composed of?

Back

Connective tissue, blood vessels, and nerve endings.

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Front

What is the significance of keratin in the skin?

Back

It provides strength and waterproofing to the skin.

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