Integumentary System Quiz

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

• Protection

• Heat regulation

• Filtration

• Digestion

Which layer of the skin contains sweat glands, hair follicles, blood vessels, and nerves?

• Epidermis

• Dermis

• Hypodermis

• Subcutaneous fat only

The outermost layer of the skin is called:

• Dermis

• Hypodermis

• Epidermis

• Subcutaneous

What protein makes up the outer skin cells, hair, and nails?

• Collagen

• Keratin

• Melanin

• Elastin

Which pigment gives skin its color and protects it from UV rays?

• Hemoglobin

• Carotene

• Melanin

• Keratin

Which structure releases sweat to cool the body?

• Sebaceous gland

• Sweat gland

• Hair follicle

• Nerve ending

Which gland produces sebum to keep skin and hair soft?

• Sweat gland

• Sebaceous gland

• Endocrine gland

• Salivary gland

Which layer of the skin acts as a fat storage and insulator for the body?

• Epidermis

• Dermis

• Hypodermis

• Cuticle

Which part of the integumentary system helps trap dust particles in the air you inhale?

• Sweat glands

• Nails

• Hair in the nose

• Sebum

Fingernails grow at about:

• 1 mm/month

• 3 mm/month

• 5 mm/month

• 10 mm/month