Integumentary System IP

Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels and nerves?

• epidermis

• dermis

• hypodermis

• subcutis

Which type of cells primarily makes up the outermost layer of the skin?

• nerve cells

• muscle cells

• fat cells

• dead skin cells

What is the primary purpose of the glands located in the skin?

• to provide structural support to the skin

• to sense changes in the environment

• to release fluids that regulate body temperature and fight microbes

• to produce melanin for skin color

What happens when the skin is exposed to sunlight?

• It converts chemicals to vitamin D.

• It releases moisture through sweat glands.

• It becomes more permeable to foreign substances.

• It decreases the production of protective oils.

Why do we get goosebumps when it's cold?

• to increase the body's surface area exposed to the Sun

• to release more sweat and cool the body

• to trap heat closer to the body by making hairs stand up

• to decrease body heat through evaporative cooling

How do nails contribute to the function of the integumentary system?

• They regulate body temperature.

• They protect the tips of fingers and toes.

• They help in the secretion of sweat.

• They absorb shocks to protect the skin.

In which layer of the skin are hair follicles located?

• Epidermis

• Dermis

• Hypodermis

• Subcutaneous tissue

Explain the role of sweat glands in regulating body temperature during physical activities.

• Sweat glands help in digestion.

• Sweat glands produce oil to keep the skin soft.

• Sweat glands release sweat to cool the body.

• Sweat glands protect the body from UV rays.

Describe the process that occurs in the skin when a person experiences a cut.

• The skin becomes permanently damaged.

• The skin immediately heals without any process.

• The skin forms a scab to protect the area.

• The skin changes color permanently.

Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels and nerves?

• epidermis

• dermis

• hypodermis

• subcutis