H1 Integumentary System Vocab

Front

What does 'stratum' mean in the context of skin layers?

Back

Layer

Front

What type of stimulus do pacinian/lamellated corpuscles respond to?

Back

Pressure

Front

What color can the pigment carotene give to a person's skin?

Back

Orange Yellow color

Front

What does the prefix 'peri-' mean?

Back

Around

Front

In which skin layer are the majority of blood vessels found?

Back

Hypodermal

Front

What is the outermost layer of the skin called?

Back

Epidermis

Front

What is the primary function of the dermis layer of the skin?

Back

To provide strength and elasticity to the skin.

Front

What type of cells produce melanin in the skin?

Back

Melanocytes

Front

What is the role of sebaceous glands in the skin?

Back

To produce oil (sebum) that lubricates the skin and hair.

Front

What is the function of sweat glands in the skin?

Back

To regulate body temperature through perspiration.