Skin Anatomy Flashcards

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dermis

Back

The thick layer of living tissue below the epidermis that forms the true skin, containing blood capillaries, nerve endings, sweat glands, and hair follicles.

Front

hair follicle

Back

A small tubular cavity containing the root of a hair.

Front

the epidermis.

Back

The epidermis is the outermost layer of skin, providing a protective barrier.

Front

Sweat glands

Back

Sweat glands help regulate body temperature through perspiration.

Front

Capillaries

Back

Capillaries are small blood vessels found in the dermis.

Front

Nerves

Back

Nerves in the skin transmit signals to and from the brain.

Front

Function of capillaries

Back

Capillaries facilitate the exchange of oxygen and nutrients in the skin.

Front

Function of free nerve endings

Back

Free nerve endings are responsible for sensing pain and temperature changes.

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Sensory receptors

Back

Sensory receptors in the skin are specialized for detecting different stimuli.

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Function of fatty tissue

Back

Fatty tissue in the subcutaneous layer stores energy and absorbs shock.