Integumentary System Midpoint Practice

Front

What is the function of the Apocrine gland?

Back

The Apocrine gland produces a thicker, milky sweat that is associated with body odor, primarily found in areas like the armpits and groin.

Front

What causes goosebumps?

Back

Goosebumps are caused by the contraction of the arrector pili muscles, which are small muscles attached to hair follicles.

Front

What pigment is responsible for skin color and is produced by melanocytes?

Back

Melanin is the pigment that gives skin its brown color and is produced by melanocytes.

Front

What is the top layer of the skin called?

Back

The top layer of the skin is called the epidermis.

Front

In which layer of the epidermis does cell division occur?

Back

Cell division occurs in the stratum basale, the deepest layer of the epidermis.

Front

What is the role of the sebaceous gland?

Back

The sebaceous gland produces sebum, an oily substance that helps to lubricate and protect the skin.

Front

What is the primary function of the dermis?

Back

The dermis provides structural support to the skin and contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue.

Front

What is the significance of the stratum corneum?

Back

The stratum corneum is the outermost layer of the epidermis, providing a barrier to protect underlying tissues from infection, dehydration, and environmental damage.

Front

What are the two main types of sweat glands?

Back

The two main types of sweat glands are eccrine glands, which produce a watery sweat for temperature regulation, and apocrine glands, which produce a thicker sweat associated with body odor.

Front

What is the role of keratin in the skin?

Back

Keratin is a protein that provides strength and waterproofing to the skin, making it resilient against physical damage and water loss.