Skin Anatomy Flashcards

Front

Arrector pili muscle

Back

A small muscle attached to hair follicles in mammals, responsible for causing hair to stand on end.

Front

Adipose tissue

Back

A type of connective tissue that stores fat, providing insulation and energy storage.

Front

Nerve fibers

Back

Structures that transmit electrical signals in the body, allowing for sensation and communication.

Front

What is the function of sebaceous glands (oil glands)?

Back

Produces sebum to lubricate and waterproof the skin and hair.

Front

The epidermis contains specialized immune cells.

Back

True

Front

Dead cells on the top of the epidermis are cornified.

Back

True

Front

The dermis has many blood vessels, oil, and sweat glands.

Back

True

Front

The dermis contains receptors for pain, heat, cold, and touch.

Back

True

Front

Are skin receptors located in the epidermis or dermis?

Back

Dermis

Front

True or False: A person has more pain receptors compared to cold receptors.

Back

True