NCHSE 1.13 Integumentary System

The top layer of the skin is called the _________________.

• dermis
• oil gland
• nerve
• epidermis

Contains the nerves & blood vessels?

• Epidermis
• Dermis

What is another name for the hypodermis?

• epidermis
• subcutaneous layer
• stratum basale

Which example is NOT a function of skin?

• Maintains body temperature
• Allows us to move
• Protection
• It's our sense organ

A melanocyte is

• A cell that creates melanin
• is found on the stratum basale
• plays a role in determining skin color
• All of the above

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-4

The type of cell that produces melanin, which protects us against harmful UV rays.  

• Keratinocytes
• Melanocytes
• Eccrinocytes
• Melatonin

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-2

What do we call an animal or person with little to no pigment?

• albino
• heart 
• skeptical 
• ribbon

What is the condition that occurs due to insufficient oxygen and a blue discoloration of the skin?

• erythema
• cyanosis
• jaundice
• albinism

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-7

What condition is prevalent when there is an absence of color pigments?

• jaundice
• albinism
• erythema

Hair color is due to the pigment known as 

• kertin
• hemoglobin
• melanin
• carotene