CW4 - Integumentary System - P1 - SHJC

Which of the following is NOT a function of the integumentary system?

• Protection

• Vitamin D production

• Hormone regulation

• Sensory reception

What is the primary protein found in the epidermis that provides strength and waterproofing to the skin?

• Collagen

• Keratin

• Elastin

• Melanin

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

• Dermis

• Stratum corneum

• Hypodermis

• Stratum basale

Melanocytes, which are responsible for skin pigmentation, are primarily found in which layer of the epidermis?

• Stratum corneum

• Stratum basale

• Stratum lucidum

• Stratum granulosum

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

• Epidermis

• Dermis

• Stratum spinosum

• Hypodermis

The dermis is composed mainly of stratified squamous epithelium.

• True

• False

The hypodermis primarily consists of adipose (fat) tissue and helps in cushioning and insulation.

• True

• False

Explain how Scarlett's skin helps regulate her body temperature during a hot summer day.

In a biology class, Anika is curious about the role of Langerhans cells in the epidermis. She wonders why these cells are crucial for the immune response in the human body.

Describe the difference between thick skin and thin skin in terms of structure and location on the body.