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WorksheetsCos Sci: Vocab Chpt 07 (Part 3)
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 16mins
Horny layer; outer layer of the epidermis
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Coiled base of the sudoriferous (sweat) gland
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Clear, transparent layer of the epidermis under the stratum corneum
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Fibers distributed to the sudoriferous and sebaceous glands; regulates sweat and controls sebum
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Spiny layer; just above the stratum germinativum layer
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Basal cell layer; deepest, live layer of the epidermis that produces new epidermal skin cells and is responsible for growth
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Fibers that react to heat, cold, touch, pressure, and pain; send messages to brain
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Granular layer; layer of the epidermis composed of cells that look like granules and ate filled with keratin
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They excrete perspiration and detoxify the body by excreting excess salt and unwanted chemicals
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An important substance needed for the proper repair of the skin and tissues
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Enables the body to properly absorb and use calcium; promotes rapid healing of the skin
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Small epidermal structures with nerve endings that are sensitive to touch and pressure
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Supports the overall health of the skin; aids in the health, function, and repair of skin cells
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Adipose tissue; fatty tissue found below the dermis, gives smoothness and contour to the body, contains fats for use as energy, and also acts as a protect cushion for the skin
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Helps protect the skin from the harmful effects of the sun's UV light
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Sweat glands; excrete perspiration and detoxify the body by excreting excess salt and unwanted chemicals
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