Skin Structure and Functions

What is the largest organ in the human body?

• skin

• heart

• brain

• lungs

What are the three main layers of the skin?

• epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis

• epidermis, dermis, and subcutis.

• epidermis, dermis, and endodermis.

• epidermis, dermis, and mesodermis.

Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for producing new skin cells?

• stratum spinosum

• stratum granulosum

• stratum corneum

• basal layer

What is the function of the epidermis?

• The function of the epidermis is to produce sweat.

• The function of the epidermis is to regulate body temperature.

• The function of the epidermis is to store nutrients.

• The function of the epidermis is to protect the underlying tissues.

What is the function of the dermis?

• The dermis is responsible for producing sweat and oil glands.

• The dermis is the outermost layer of the skin.

• The dermis helps in regulating body temperature.

• The function of the dermis is to provide support and structure to the skin.

What is the outermost layer of the epidermis called?

• stratum corneum

• stratum spinosum

• stratum lucidum

• stratum granulosum

What is the innermost layer of the epidermis called?

• stratum basale

• stratum spinosum

• stratum corneum

• stratum granulosum

What is the function of the subcutaneous tissue?

• The function of the subcutaneous tissue is to transport oxygen to the cells.

• The function of the subcutaneous tissue is to regulate body temperature.

• The function of the subcutaneous tissue is to provide insulation, cushioning, and energy storage for the body.

• The function of the subcutaneous tissue is to produce hormones.

What are the two types of protein that give the skin strength and flexibility?

• sebaceous and sudoriferous

• eumelanin and pheomelanin

• collagen and elastin

• motor and sensory

What is the function of sebaceous glands?

• The function of sebaceous glands is to produce sweat.

• The function of sebaceous glands is to produce sebum.

• The function of sebaceous glands is to produce oil.

• The function of sebaceous glands is to produce hormones.