Med Term Chapter 5/Integumentary System Review

The accessory gland that produces sweat is the __________ gland.

What type of cell produces black pigment and protects the skin from UV light?

What is the most superficial layer of the skin?

What is the deepest layer of the epidermis that produces melanocytes?

What is the non-visible part of hair called?

What is the stop layer of the epidermis that contains keratin called?

T/F: Metastasis means cancer has spread from its primary site to other organs and tissues.

• True

• False

Which skin barrier protects the skin from cancer-causing UV radiation?

What is the name of the hard protein found in the epidermis?

Name the combining form for nail.