Special Cells of the Epidermis

Keratin Cells give the skin its ______.

• Color

• Strength

• Flexibility

• Sensitivity

The strength of the skin is attributed to which cells?

• Melanocytes

• Keratin Cells

• Adipocytes

• Fibroblasts

Melanin absorbs harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays, protecting cells from ______.

• dehydration

• sun damage

• bacterial infection

• cold temperatures

Langerhan Cells are involved in processing ________ presented to the skin.

• antigens

• hormones

• enzymes

• vitamins

What are basal cells also known as?

• Stem cells

• Nerve cells

• Blood cells

• Muscle cells

Basal cells are essential for the creation of ______.

• New cells

• Hormones

• Enzymes

• Antibodies

Merkal cells detect

(a)  

• Touch and Sensation
• Excretion and Secretion
• Water and rough textures 
• Sensation and colour

What function of the skin do Melanin cells support?

• Heat regulation

• Protection

• Sensation

• Secretion

What functions of the skin do Merkal cells support (select 2)

• Sensation

• Protection

• Heat regualtion

• Vitamin D production

Do Langerhan cells support the immune system?

• Yes

• No