Ch2 L3 Skin and Its Functions Quiz

What are the two layers of the skin?

• Epidermis and Dermis

• Epidermis and Melanin

• Dermis and Follicles

• Melanin and Follicles

What is one of the primary roles of the skin?

• Protect internal organs

• Generate nerve impulses

• Digest food

• Store glycogen

What does the epidermis help to protect?

• Your skin

• Your bones

• Your muscles

• Your heart

What pigment is produced by some cells in the epidermis?

• Melanin

• Hemoglobin

• Chlorophyll

• Keratin

What is the role of perspiration in the skin?

• Eliminate waste materials

• Produce vitamin D

• Create new skin cells

• Store fat

Which layer of the skin contains nerves and blood vessels?

• Dermis

• Epidermis

• Melanin

• Follicles

What is the function of oil produced in glands around the follicles?

• Keeps the skin moist and hairs flexible

• Produces melanin

• Regulates body temperature

• Eliminates waste

What is one way to maintain healthy skin?

• Eat a healthful diet

• Avoid all sunlight

• Use only cold water

• Avoid exercise

What can too much sunlight cause?

• Skin cancer

• Hair loss

• Increased melanin production

• Stronger bones

What is the role of pores in the skin?

• Allow sweat to reach the surface

• Produce melanin

• Store fat

• Create new skin cells