Integumentary System Review

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What are apocrine glands?

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Apocrine glands are a type of sudoriferous (sweat) gland found primarily in the armpits and groin, responsible for body odor.

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What is the lowest severity of burn that does not cause pain at the burn site?

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A second-degree burn is the lowest severity of burn that may not cause pain at the burn site.

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What part of the fingernail is NOT visible when looking at it?

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The nail matrix is not visible when looking at your fingernail.

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What forms lines of cleavage in the dermis?

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Collagen fibers in the dermis form lines of cleavage.

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What is the correct order of skin layers from superficial to deep?

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The correct order is epidermis, dermis, hypodermis.

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What is the function of sebaceous glands?

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Sebaceous glands secrete sebum, an oily substance that helps to lubricate and protect the skin.

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What is the primary function of eccrine glands?

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Eccrine glands are responsible for regulating body temperature through the secretion of sweat.

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What is the role of keratin in the skin?

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Keratin is a protein that provides strength and waterproofing to the skin.

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What is the significance of the lunula in fingernails?

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The lunula is the visible part of the nail matrix and is important for nail growth.

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What are the three main layers of the skin?

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The three main layers of the skin are the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis.