Animal Integumentary and Nervous Systems

What is the integumentary system?

• The system that provides structure and movement

• The system that conveys messages to and from the brain

• The system that circulates oxygen in the blood

• The system that absorbs nutrients

Which of the following is NOT a structure in the integumentary system?

• Skin

• Claws

• Sweat glands

• Teeth

What is the purpose of the integumentary system?

• Provide structure for the body

• Provide protection from the harsh environment

• Intake oxygen into the body

• None of these answers

Why is skin/hide important?

• It is water resistant

• It is a strong barrier against toxins and dirt

• It houses sweat and oil glands

• All of these answers are correct

What is the topmost layer of skin called?

• Dermis

• Sebaceous

• Epidermis

• Sweat

What is the name of the gland that secretes oil?

• Sweat gland

• Dermal gland

• Sebaceous gland

• Epidermal gland

What layer of the skin/hide is called the "true skin?"

• Epidermis

• Dermis

• Sebaceous gland

• Sweat gland

In what layer of the skin would we find the glands, blood vessels and nerves?

• Epidermis

• Dermis

• Sebaceous

• Muscle

What is a hair follicle?

• A grouping of cells at the root of a hair to promote hair growth

• The longest hair or bits of fur on an animal

• The hair found only on the ears and tail

• None of these answers

Which industries rely directly on healthy integumentary systems? CHECK ALL THAT APPLY.

• Pork industry

• Sheep/wool industry

• Leather/hide industry

• The service animal industry

• The farmed fur industry (mink, ferrets, etc.)