Skin anatomy questions

Which gland produces earwax

• Ceruminous gland

• Sebaceous gland

What is the outer layer of the skin called

• Epidermis

• dermis

What causes an increase of blood flow to the skin

• Vasodilation

• Vasoconstriction

Sebum is produced by which gland?

• Sebaceous gland

• Sweat gland

What is the name of the tough protein that our hair is made of?

• Keratin

• Collagen

Does vasoconstriction increase or decrease blood flow to the skin?

• Decrease

• Increase

What is the name of the deepest layer of the skin?

• Hypodermis

• Epidermis

Define stratum corneum.

• The outermost layer of the epidermis made of dead, keratinized cells

• A blood-rich layer that provides nutrients to the skin

What is the name of the subcutaneous layer beneath the dermis known as?

• Hypodermis

• • Stratum basale

Which types of glands are associated with acne and blackheads?

• Sebaceous glands

• Ceruminous glands