Integumentary System

Front

What is the Hypodermis made of?

Back

The Hypodermis is primarily made of adipose (fat) tissue and connective tissue, not epithelial tissue.

Front

How many layers are there in the epidermis and dermis?

Back

There are 5 layers of epidermis and 2 layers of dermis.

Front

What shape of hair shaft results in straight hair?

Back

A perfectly round hair shaft results in straight hair.

Front

What is the part of the hair that is above the skin's surface?

Back

The part of the hair above the skin's surface is called the Shaft.

Front

What is the function of sebaceous glands?

Back

Sebaceous glands secrete sebum, an oily substance that helps to lubricate and protect the skin.

Front

What are the main functions of the integumentary system?

Back

The integumentary system protects the body, regulates temperature, and provides sensory information.

Front

What type of tissue is the epidermis made of?

Back

The epidermis is made of stratified squamous epithelial tissue.

Front

What is the role of sweat glands in the integumentary system?

Back

Sweat glands help regulate body temperature through the process of perspiration.

Front

What is the arrector pili muscle and its function?

Back

The arrector pili muscle is a small muscle attached to hair follicles that causes hair to stand up (goosebumps) when contracted.

Front

What is the primary component of hair?

Back

The primary component of hair is a protein called keratin.