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WorksheetsIGCSE B9 Skin structure and thermoregulation
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 9mins
Which layer of the skin is represented by 'A'?
(a)
Which layer of the skin is represented by 'C'?
(a)
What does 2 represent?
(a)
What is the function of 7?
Control whether the hair stands up or lies flat
Produces sebum (oil)
Provides insulation
Detects pressure
What is 6?
Sweat gland
Sebaceous gland
Hair follicle
Root hair cell
Which umber represents the sweat gland?
1
2
3
4
What is the technical term for controlling body temperature?
(a)
Which parts of the skin respond to hypothermia?
1
2
7
4
5
What happens to part 5 in response to hyperthermia?
(a)
What happens to part 4 in response to hyperthermia?
(a)
What happens to part 7 in response to hyperthermia?
(a)
Which statement correctly compares the skin's responses to hypothermia and hypothermia?
During hyperthermia the sweat gland releases sweat, whereas during hypothermia it does not.
During hyperthermia the hair lies flat, whereas during hypothermia vasoconstriction occurs.
During hyperthermia the hair erector muscle is contracted, whereas during hypothermia it is relaxed.
During hyperthermia vasoconstriction occurs, whereas during hypothermia vasodilation occurs.
