Integumentary System Quiz

What is the primary function of the blood supply in the dermis?

• To regulate body temperature

• To provide nutrients to the epidermis

• To produce sweat

• To store fat

What is the main role of fibroblasts in the dermis?

• To produce collagen and elastic fibers

• To transport oxygen

• To store energy

• To fight infections

Which cells in the dermis are responsible for engulfing microbes?

• Fibroblasts

• Adipocytes

• Macrophages

• Keratinocytes

What unique feature is formed by the projections of the dermis into the epidermis?

• Sebaceous glands

• Fingerprints

• Hair follicles

• Sweat glands

Why are tension lines important in surgical procedures?

• They determine the color of the skin

• They help in reducing scar formation

• They prevent infections

• They increase skin elasticity