Integumentary Unit Test 2025

Front

What is the correct order of the layers of the skin from superficial (top layer) to deep?

Back

Epidermis, dermis, hypodermis

Front

Which is not a function of the skin? Options: Energy, Protection, Sensations, Temperature regulation, Excretion

Back

Energy

Front

What is the outer layer of the two main layers of the skin? Options: Dermis, Epidermis, Hypodermis, Endodermis

Back

Epidermis

Front

What is the 2nd layer of the two main layers of the skin that contains nerves, blood vessels, sweat glands, and hair follicles?

Back

Dermis

Front

What layer of the epidermis is constantly dividing and pushing up cells into the next layer?

Back

Stratum basale

Front

What is the layer of the epidermis where the cells begin to flatten and disintegrate, accumulating keratin granules and responsible for water-proofing the skin?

Back

Stratum granulosum

Front

What is the epidermal layer of dead cells 20-30 thick called? These thick, keratinized cells protect the deeper layers, and they shed regularly from the body. Letter A below in diagram

Back

Stratum corneum

Front

What is the name of the layer of the epidermis that is known as the “Spiny layer”-named for the irregular shape of the cells? It is several cells thick and contains pre-keratin filaments.

Back

Stratum spinosum

Front

What is the clear layer of the epidermis that is a thin layer of translucent cells only found in thick skin of the palms and soles of feet?

Back

Stratum lucidum

Front

The hypodermis (subcutaneous layer) -

Back

is composed of loose, fatty connective tissue that connects the skin to the muscle or bone