Anatomy Midterm

Front

What cell produces a dark brown pigment?

Back

Melanocytes are the cells responsible for producing melanin, the dark brown pigment found in the skin.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-1

Front

What type of plane is the coronal/frontal plane?

Back

The coronal/frontal plane divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections.

Front

What is Cerebral Palsy?

Back

Cerebral Palsy is a neurological disorder that affects movement and muscle tone, often caused by brain damage before or at birth.

Front

List the layers of the Epidermis in order from top to bottom.

Back

The layers of the epidermis from top to bottom are: Stratum Corneum (5), Stratum Lucidum (4), Stratum Granulosum (3), Stratum Spinosum (2), Stratum Basale (1).

Front

What does 'inferior' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Inferior refers to a position that is lower than another part of the body.

Front

What is the function of Keratinocytes?

Back

Keratinocytes are the primary cells in the epidermis that produce keratin, a protein that helps protect the skin.

Front

Define the term 'anatomical position'.

Back

The anatomical position is a standard position of the body used as a reference point, where the body stands upright, facing forward, with arms at the sides and palms facing forward.

Front

What is the role of Merkel (Tactile) Cells?

Back

Merkel cells are involved in the sensation of touch and are found in the skin's epidermis.

Front

What is the significance of Langerhans (dendritic) cells?

Back

Langerhans cells are part of the immune system and help protect the skin from pathogens.

Front

What is the difference between the transverse and sagittal planes?

Back

The transverse plane divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) parts, while the sagittal plane divides the body into left and right parts.