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Skin Part 2

Total questions: 11

Worksheet time: 11mins

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Class
Date
1.

Sebaceous glands secrete ​ (a)   which keeps the skin ​ (b)   while sudoriferous glands excrete ​ (c)   which helps eliminate ​ (d)   from the body.

Choose from the below words
sebum
lubricated
sweat
waste products
2.

There are no oil glands found on the:

a)
Face
b)
Hands
c)
Feet
d)
Palms and soles
3.

Where are oil glands the largest?

a)
On the palms of the hands
b)
On the soles of the feet
c)

On the face and scalp

d)
On the back
4.

Sweat and oil glands are considered (a)   glands.

5.

The excretion of perspiration is under the control of the (a)   system.

6.

The palms, soles, forehead, and armpits contain an abundance of:

a)
Hair follicles
b)

sweat glands

c)
Sebaceous glands
d)

melanin

7.

All of the following are functions of the skin EXCEPT: ​ (a)  

Choose from the below words
blood circulation
protection
heat regulation
sensation
excretion
secretion
absorption
8.

Chemicals released by the immune system to enlarge the vessels around an injury are called:

a)
Hormones
b)
Neurotransmitters
c)
Histamines
d)
Enzymes
9.

80-85% of the skin's aging is caused by the:

(a)  

10.
Question Image

Match the following

A type of vitamin that contains cancer fighting antioxidants

Vitamin C

A type of vitamin that can protect against the harmful affects of the sun and is often used externally

Vitamin A

A type of vitamin that aids in healing and fights the aging process

Vitamin E

11.

Which of the following would NOT be a benefit of drinking water?​ (a)  

Choose from the below words
increases blood flow to the brain
aids in digestion
helps regulate body temperature
helps eliminate toxins and waste