Anatomy and Physiology PreTest

Front

What is the function of sweat glands?

Back

Sweat glands are responsible for producing sweat, which helps regulate body temperature and excrete waste.

Front

What is epithelial tissue?

Back

Epithelial tissue is a type of tissue that covers and protects body surfaces and organs.

Front

How many muscles surround the human eye?

Back

The human eye is surrounded by 6 muscles.

Front

What is the epidermis?

Back

The epidermis is the outermost layer of skin that provides a barrier to protect underlying tissues.

Front

What is the primary function of the sclera?

Back

The sclera provides strength and structure to the eye.

Front

What are sebaceous glands?

Back

Sebaceous glands are small glands in the skin that secrete oil (sebum) to lubricate and protect the skin.

Front

What is the role of arrector pili muscles?

Back

Arrector pili muscles are small muscles attached to hair follicles that cause hair to stand up when contracted.

Front

What is the dermis?

Back

The dermis is the layer of skin beneath the epidermis that contains connective tissue, blood vessels, and nerve endings.

Front

What is the hypodermis?

Back

The hypodermis, or subcutaneous layer, is the layer of fat and connective tissue that lies beneath the dermis.

Front

What are the characteristics of connective tissue?

Back

Connective tissue supports, binds, and protects other tissues and organs in the body.