Integumentary system overview

Which of the following is NOT a function of skin?

• sensation

• excretion of waste

• production of vitamins

• secretion of hormones

Which of the following is the correct order for the layers of skin from superficial to deep?

• hypodermis, epidermis, dermis

• epidermis, dermis, hypodermis

• epidermis, hypodermis, dermis

• dermis, epidermis, hypodermis

Which of the following epidermal layers is made of cells that are constantly dividing?

• stratum lucidum

• stratum granulosum

• stratum corneum

• stratum basale

Which of the following epidermal layers is only found in thick skin like that on the palms of your hands?

• stratum lucidum

• stratum granulosum

• stratum corneum

• stratum basale

Which of the following epidermal layers is constantly being shed during your daily activities?

• stratum lucidum

• stratum granulosum

• stratum corneum

• stratum basale

The pigment produced by your skin that protects you from UV radiation is

• Vitamin D

• collagen

• melanin

• keratin

The sudoriferous glands found primarily in the armpits and groin responsible for body odor are known as

• apocrine glands

• eccrine glands

• sebaceous glands

• sudoriferous glands

The glands that secrete their products on hairs are known as

• apocrine glands

• papillary glands

• sebaceous glands

• subcutaneous glands

Which layer(s) of the skin are composed of fatty connective tissues? (multiselect)

• epidermis

• dermis

• hypodermis

• subcutaneous

This type of gland is numerous on the face & scalp (select ALL correct answers).

• sebaceous

• sudoriferous

• oil

• sweat