Integumentary System Review

Front

What is the hard, waterproofing protein that fills the cells in the upper layers of the epidermis and also makes up your hair and nails?

Back

Keratin

Front

What is the function of sebum?

Back

Keeps skin soft and moist

Front

What are the three main layers of the skin?

Back

The epidermis, the dermis, and the subcutaneous

Front

Where does the nail grow from?

Back

Nail matrix

Front

Which layer contains accessory structures such as sweat glands, sebaceous glands, and hair follicles?

Back

Dermis

Front

What is the outermost layer of the skin called?

Back

Epidermis

Front

What pigment is responsible for skin color?

Back

Melanin

Front

What is the role of sweat glands in the skin?

Back

Help regulate body temperature through perspiration.

Front

What is the primary function of the dermis?

Back

Provides strength and elasticity to the skin.

Front

What is the subcutaneous layer also known as?

Back

Hypodermis