AP-Integumentary System

Front

What are the primary functions of the skin?

Back

Protect, regulate temperature, synthesize Vitamin D.

Front

What structures are found in the dermis?

Back

Sweat glands, sebaceous glands, and sensory receptors.

Front

What are nails primarily made of?

Back

Hard keratin.

Front

In the ABCDE acronym for skin cancer detection, what does the letter C stand for?

Back

Color differences in an area of skin.

Front

What do sudoriferous glands refer to?

Back

Sweat glands.

Front

What is the role of sebaceous glands?

Back

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

Front

What is keratin and where is it found?

Back

Keratin is a protein that makes up hair, nails, and the outer layer of skin.

Front

What is the function of sweat glands?

Back

To regulate body temperature through the secretion of sweat.

Front

What is the significance of sensory receptors in the skin?

Back

They allow the body to sense touch, pressure, pain, and temperature.

Front

What is the epidermis?

Back

The outermost layer of skin, providing a barrier to infection and dehydration.