Skin Biology Quiz

What is the main function of the skin?

• Transmission of nerve signals

• Absorption of nutrients

• Production of blood cells

• Protection and regulation of body temperature

Which subtopic of skin biology focuses on the outermost layer of the skin?

• stratum corneum

• dermis

• epidermis

• hypodermis

What are the two main layers of the skin?

• hypodermis and subcutis

• epidermis and dermis

• epidermis and hypodermis

• dermis and subcutis

Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels, nerves, and hair follicles?

• stratum corneum

• hypodermis

• epidermis

• dermis

What is the scientific term for the outermost layer of the skin?

• dermis

• epidermis

• hypodermis

• stratum corneum

What is the scientific term for the inner layer of the skin?

• epidermis

• dermis

• hypodermis

• exodermis

What is the function of sweat glands in the skin?

• Produce vitamin D

• Moisturize the skin

• Regulate body temperature

• Protect against UV radiation

Which subtopic of skin biology focuses on the structure of the skin?

• epidemiology

• pathology

• pharmacology

• dermatology

What is the function of melanocytes in the skin?

• Melanocytes produce sebum and moisturize the skin.

• Melanocytes produce melanin and protect the skin from UV rays.

• Melanocytes produce sweat and regulate body temperature.

• Melanocytes produce collagen and maintain skin elasticity.

Which layer of the skin provides strength and flexibility?

• dermis

• epidermis

• hypodermis

• stratum corneum